Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Antibodies to Early Antigen

Test ID: 

704844

CPT code:

86663 (x2)

Synonyms:

EBV-EA
EBV-EA Antibody Profile, Quantitative

Clinical Use:

Aid in the diagnosis of Epstein-Barr associated with Burkett’s lymphoma and undifferentiated nasopharyngeal carcinoma. This assay is not intended as a screen for acute or chronic EBV infections. For the differentiation of acute, chronic, or reactivated infections, order Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Acute Infection Antibodies Profile [216655].

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

0.4 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.2 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Storage Instructions:

Refrigerate

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination