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HelpTest Code EBVP Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) DNA PCR, quantitative
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering code | LAB1373 |
|---|---|
| NBS code | LBC04295 |
| Service code | 1033804 |
Specimen Requirements
| Submit the following | |
| Preferred | Acceptable |
| EDTA tube | BAL/CSF/Urine (white sterile container) |
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Whole Blood or Bone Marrow
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3.0 mL (at least 1.0 mL for bone marrow)
Acceptable: (only qualitative results will be available)
Submit only one of the following:
Specimen Type: Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) or Sputum
Container/Tube: White Sterile container
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Specimen Type: Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
Container/Tube: White Sterile container
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Specimen Type: Urine
Container/Tube: White Sterile Container
Specimen Volume: 2.0 mL
Specimen Stability and Condition
| Specimen stability | 7 days, refrigerated |
|---|---|
| Unsuitable (reject) | Whole blood: Frozen or Hemolysis |
Methodology
Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction, Quantitative
Days and Times Performed
TAT 7 days
Reference Interval
| Sample Matrix | EDTA /plasma |
|---|---|
| Linear Range | 180 IU/mL to 1,000,000 IU/mL |
| Limit of Detection (LoD) | 120 IU/mL |
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Molecular Microbiology Laboratory (MML), Microbiology division, 677243844
Useful For
For detection of Epstein-Barr virus DNA in plasma and Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF). Used in monitoring of immunocompromised patients with leukemia or those who have undergone organ transplantation, or patients with lymphoproliferative tumors.
Update
Last updated 4/08/2026
LOINC Code Information
43730-1