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HelpTest Code LEBV Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Body fluid
Sources: Spinal, peritoneal, ascites, pericardial, pleural, thoracentesis, amniotic, or ocular
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Sterile, screw cap, 5-mL aliquot tube
Acceptable: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Specimen Type: Respiratory fluid
Sources: Bronchial washing, bronchoalveolar lavage, nasopharyngeal aspirate or washing, sputum, or tracheal aspirate
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Sterile, screw cap, 5-mL aliquot tube
Acceptable: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Specimen Type: Swab
Sources: Eye and upper respiratory (nasal, throat)
Supplies:
-Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
-M4-RT (T605)
Container/Tube: Multimicrobe media (M4-RT) and Eswabs
Collection Instructions: Place swab back into multimicrobe media (M4-RT, M4 or M5)
Specimen Type: Bone marrow
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Additional Information: Clotted specimens will be rejected.
Specimen Type: Tissue
Sources: Brain, colon, kidney, liver, lung, cornea, etc.
Supplies: M4-RT (T605)
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Multimicrobe medium (M4-RT)
Acceptable: Sterile container containing 1 to 2 mL of sterile saline or multimicrobe medium (M4-RT, M4 or M5)
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Collection Instructions: Submit only fresh tissue
Useful For
Rapid qualitative detection of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) DNA in specimens
Diagnosis of disease due to EBV
This test should not be used to screen asymptomatic patients.
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Reporting Name
Epstein-Barr Virus PCRSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
Fluids: 0.3 mL; Respiratory Specimens: 1 mL; Tissue: 2 × 2-mm biopsy; Swab: See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Calcium alginate-tipped swab Wood swab Transport swab containing gel Formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded tissues Heat inactivated specimens |
Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
2 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Florida
Test Classification
This test was developed using an analyte specific reagent. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LEBV | Epstein-Barr Virus PCR | 23858-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SRC67 | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| 81239 | Epstein-Barr Virus PCR | 23858-4 |