Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Capsid Antibody, IgM
| Abbrev Code: | EBVCAM | ||
| Order Code: | LAB6380 | Order Name: | EBV Capsid Antibody, IgM |
| Synonyms: | Epstein-Barr Virus, IgM; EBV VCA; EBVCAM; Viral Capsid Antigen; Epstein Barr Virus, IgM | ||
| Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
| CPT Codes: | 86665 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed 3x per week; results are reported the next day. | ||
| Special Instructions: | This test should be ordered in conjunction with the Epstein-Barr IgG antibody. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.9 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.35 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator up to 7 days. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. Afterwards freeze at -20 C or colder. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | UM Specialty Core/Prot/Endo (Liaison D) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | A negative test does not exclude current Epstein-Barr infection. Abnormally high levels of IgG and rheumatoid factor could cause occasional false positive results.
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| Use: | EBV IgM antibodies appear 1-6 weeks after the onset of disease and may persist for 3-6 months. These antibodies are considered specific for the diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis. | ||||||||
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