Epstein Barr Virus DNA, Quantative

Overview

  • EPIC Code:
  • LAB2926
  • Soft Test Code:
  • EBVD
  • Send Out Test Code:
  • 10186
Alternate Names
  • EBV DNA QN, PCR
  • EBV DNA QT, PCR
  • EBV DNA, by PCR
  • EBV DNA, by PCR Ultraquant
  • EBV DNA, Quant, PCR
  • EBV DNA, Quantitative
  • Epstein-Barr Virus DNA, Quantitative Real-Time PCR
Clinical Significance

Monitoring EBV DNA levels by quantitative PCR in patients at risk of EBV-associated lymphoproliferative disorders may allow timely recognition of virus reactivation and permit installment of antiviral treatment. Reportable Range is 35.0-100,000,000 IU/mL (1.54-8.00 log IU/mL).


Specimen Collection & Preparation

Client Notes

If multiple Fluid or CSF test are being requested please specify order of importance


Specimen Requirements:

-OR-

2.0 mL Plasma from a Lavender Top Tube - EDTA
Minimum Volume:
1.0 mL Plasma*

* This volume does not allow for repeat testing

Processing Instructions:

Centrifuge and separate from cells within 24 hours of collection


Rejection Criteria:

Hemolyzed

Blood collected in tubes with heparin anticoagulant is not acceptable for this test

Green Top Na Heparin Tube

GreenTop Li Heparin Tube

Unspun PPT Tubes 

Frozen whole blood in primary container


Transport and Storage:
  • Ambient (18-24°C): Unacceptable
  • Refrigerated (2-8°C): 6 Days

    Freshly drawn specimens (whole blood) may be stored at 2-25° C for up to 24 hours prior to centrifugation

  • Frozen (-20° C or colder): 6 Months

    Transport 

Clinical Interpretation

Reference Range:

EBV DNA, QN PCR: Not Detected (IU/mL)
EBV DNA, QN PCR: Not Detected (Log IU/mL)


Methodology:
  • Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Clinical Significance

Monitoring EBV DNA levels by quantitative PCR in patients at risk of EBV-associated lymphoproliferative disorders may allow timely recognition of virus reactivation and permit installment of antiviral treatment. Reportable Range is 35.0-100,000,000 IU/mL (1.54-8.00 log IU/mL).


Production Schedule

Sites Performed
  • Quest - Chantilly
Days Performed
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Departments
  • Sendouts - Clinical
Turn Around Time

1 to 2 days


Coding & Compliance

CDM

0091779


CPT Coding

87799