EPSTEIN BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY PANEL
Synonyms: | EBV; EBV EARLY ANTIGEN; EBV NUCLEAR ANTIGEN; EBV VCA IgG, EBV VCA, IgM |
Computer Code: | |
Specimen Collection: | 3 mL whole blood (gold top preferred, red top acceptable) |
Minimum Volume: | 0.2 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Allow to clot, centrifuge for 20 minutes, refrigerate. Serum must be removed from red top tube. |
Reference Values: | Negative. See report for interpretation. |
Lab Code: | Serology |
Requisition: | |
Test Frequency: | 2x/week |
Routine TAT: | 3-4 days |
Stat TAT: | |
CPT Code(s): | 86663, 86664, 86665, |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |