Epstein Barr Virus Basic Panel

Included Tests

Epstein-Barr Virus Antibody IgG; Epstein-Barr Virus Antibody IgM

Specimen Requirements

2.0 Serum in a SST Gold Top Tube

Transport And Storage

48 hours Refrigerated
30 days Frozen


Specimen to be transported Refrigerated to PRMC within 48 hours of collection to be frozen by Immunology department to maintain specimen integrity until testing occurs. Do not transport Frozen.

Collection Instructions

 

Minimum Volume

1.0 mL Serum

Neonatal Volume

Reference Range:

EBV IgG: 
OD ratio < 0.90 indicates no detectable Epstein-Barr Virus IgG antibody.   No evidence of infection or immunity.
OD ratio 0.91 - 1.09 is equivocal for Epstein-Barr Virus IgG antibody. Suggest a new specimen be collected and retested.
OD ratio > 1.10 is positive for Epstein-Barr Virus IgG antibody. In asymptomatic patients, including prenatal screens, a positive value is consistent with previous infection or immunity.

EBV IgM: 
OD ratio < 0.90 indicates no detectable Epstein-Barr Virus, IgM antibody.
OD ratio 0.91 - 1.09 are equivocal for Epstein-Barr Virus IgM antibody, Suggest a new specimen be collected and retested.
OD ratio > 1.10 is positive for Epstein-Barr Virus IgM antibody. A positive value indicates a primary or reactivated infection

Methodology:

• Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

CPT Coding

86665 x 2