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Epic EAP: LAB863
Epic Description: EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY PANEL
Synonym
This panel includes VCA IgG, VCA IgM, Early Antigen IgG and EBNA IgG.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Gel, No Anticoagulant | 5.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
Specimen Stability
Frozen: 14 days
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Room Temperature: Unacceptable
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Freeze specimen. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
LSU Special Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
Monday - Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
3-7 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Freeze specimen.
CPT Code Information
86663
86664
86665 x 2