Test Overview
Method
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Analytical Platform
Artus EBV RG Kit
Result Included
Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) PCR
Aliases/Synonyms
EBV Viral Load; Quantitative EBV PCR
Specimen
Specimen Type
Plasma (EDTA)Containers
Collection Containers
Lavender top (EDTA)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
8 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Epstein Barr Virus DNAcopies/mL<500, below detection limit of assay.
Comment
Detection Limit: 500 copies/mL plasma. Linear Range: from 1000 copies/mL to approximately 1 x 100,000,000 copies/mL. For results within the linear range of the assay, viral load will be provided in copies/mL and log 10 copies/mL. An increase or decrease of one log in viral load may be significant.
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| EBVQ | EBV DNA | 40208 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2021-03-02