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HelpTest Code AEBV Epstein-Barr Virus IgA Antibody to Viral Capsid Antigen and Early Antigen (Anti-EBV VCA/EA-IgA)
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB1732 |
| NBS code | LBC00079 |
| Service code | 33508 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit the following:
| Container: |
| Red Top |
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hours
Specimen type: Serum
Volume: 0.5mL
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 2 days |
| Refrigerate | 2 weeks (preferred) |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Specimen Condition
| Gross Haemolysis | Reject |
|---|---|
| Gross Icterus | Reject |
| Gross Lipaemia | Reject |
| Others | Not applicable |
Methodology
Immunofluorescence
Days and Times Performed
Tuesday, Thursday, TAT 2 - 9 days
Reference Interval
Anti-EBV VCA IgA: Titre < 10
Anti-EBV EA IgA: Titre < 10
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
May suggest disease due to EBV. Screening test for Nasopharyngeal cancer.
Update
Last updated 16/07/2026
LOINC Code Information
| EBV-CA | 9633-9 |
|---|---|
| EBV-EA | 47072-4 |
Alias
EBV (Epstein-Barr Virus), IgA
Panel Information
Panel includes the following tests:
- Anti-EBV VCA IgA
- Anti-EBV EA IgA
Test Info
This laboratory test has undergone in-house evaluation with appropriate quality assurance and control measures in line with laboratory best practice and accreditation requirements.