Epstein Barr Virus DNA, Quantative, Plasma

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
  • Epstein-Barr Virus DNA, Quantitative Real-Time PCR, Miscellaneous
  • Post transplant, EBV DNA
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 200-2,000,000 copies/mL (2.30-6.30 Log Copies/mL).


Specimen Collection & Preparation

Test Notes

If multiple CSF tests are being requested please specify order of importance


Specimen Requirements:

-OR-

2.0 mL Plasma in 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:

Green Top Na Heparin Tube

GreenTop Li Heparin Tube

Frozen whole blood


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

    Transport 

  • 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 200-2,000,000 copies/mL (2.30-6.30 Log Copies/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