Test ID: EBVN
CPT code: 86664
LOINC:
Specimen Type: Red or SST
Frequency: Setup: Mon-Fri; TAT 1-3 days
Instructions: 0.5mL serum from red or gel clot. Pour off and freeze.
Text: Evaluate Epstein Barr virus infection. EBVNA abs usually appear at 6-8
wks after infection and persist for life. So, presence of virus capsid
ag abs in the absence of EBNA abs can indicate recent infection, while
presence of abs to both ags suggest past infection.
Methodology: ELISA