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HelpTest Code EEG Epstein-Barr Virus IgG Antibody to Early Antigen (Anti-EBV EA-IgG)
Laboratory Code
LAB654
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold Top (SSTII) / Red Top
Volume: 5.0 mL / 6.0 mL blood
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 2 days |
| Refrigerate | 2 weeks (preferred) |
| Frozen | 1 year |
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay
Days and Times Performed
Thursday, TAT 2 - 8 days
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | OK |
|---|---|
| Icterus | OK |
| Lipaemia | OK |
| Others | Not applicable |
Reference Interval
No antibodies detected: < 20 U/mL
Positive: ≥ 20 U/mL
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Indicative of current, recent or past EBV infection
Service Code
33506
LOINC Code Information
| Anti-EBV EA-IgG value | 50969-5 |
|---|---|
| Anti-EBV EA-IgG | 59183-4 |
Alias
Anti-EBV EA-IgG
EBV Antibody to Early Antigen, IgG
Update
Last updated 21/02/2025