Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Qualitative, PCR

TEST: 138289
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CPT: 87798
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Synonyms

  • EBV, Real-time PCR

Expected Turnaround Time

3 - 4 days

Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.

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Specimen Requirements

Specimen

Whole blood or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)

Volume

1 mL

Minimum Volume

0.2 mL (Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing.)

Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube, yellow-top (ACD) tube, or sterile container (CSF)

Storage Instructions

Whole blood is stable at room temperature or refrigerated for seven days; do not freeze. CSF is stable at room temperature or refrigerated for seven days or frozen for 90 days.

Causes for Rejection

Quantity not sufficient for analysis; gross specimen contamination; specimen too old; leaking or broken tube

Test Details

Use

This test is intended to be used as an aid in the diagnosis of infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).

Limitations

This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Labcorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

Methodology

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

LOINC® Map

Order Code Order Code Name Order Loinc Result Code Result Code Name UofM Result LOINC
138289 Epstein-Barr Virus PCR 5005-4 138290 Epstein-Barr Virus Real Time 5005-4

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