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HelpTest Code EBVPV Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Fluid
Sources: Spinal fluid, sterile body fluids (peritoneal fluid/ascites, pericardial fluid, pleural fluid/thoracentesis), amniotic, or ocular
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Preferred: Sterile screwcap 5-mL plastic vial
Acceptable: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Specimen Type: Fluid
Sources: Respiratory; bronchial washing, bronchoalveolar lavage, nasopharyngeal aspirate or washing, sputum, or tracheal aspirate
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Sterile screwcap 5-mL plastic vial
Acceptable: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Specimen Type: Swab
Sources: Eye and upper respiratory (nasal, throat)
Supplies:
-Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
-M4-RT (T605)
Container/Tube: Multimicrobe media (M4-RT) and Eswabs
Collection Instructions: Place swab back into multimicrobe media (M4-RT, M4 or M5)
Specimen Type: Bone marrow
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA) only
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Additional Information: Clotted specimens will be rejected.
Specimen Type: Tissue
Sources: Brain, colon, kidney, liver, lung, cornea, etc.
Supplies: M4-RT (T605)
Preferred: Multimicrobe medium (M4-RT)
Acceptable: Sterile container containing 1-2 mL of sterile saline or multimicrobe medium (M4-RT, M4 or M5)
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Collection Instructions: Submit only fresh tissue.
Secondary ID
618306Useful For
Rapid qualitative detection of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) DNA in specimens
Diagnosis of disease due to EBV
This test should not be used to screen asymptomatic patients.
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Reporting Name
Epstein-Barr Virus, PCR, VariesSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
Ocular Fluid, Spinal Fluid: 0.3 mL
Sterile body fluids (peritoneal fluid/ascites, pericardial fluid, pleural fluid/thoracentesis): See Specimen Required
Respiratory Specimens: 1 mL
Tissue: 2 × 2-mm biopsy
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Calcium alginate-tipped swab Wood swab Transport swab containing gel Formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded tissues Heat-inactivated specimens |
Reject |
Clinical Information
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is the causative agent of infectious mononucleosis, Burkitt lymphoma, and in Southern China, nasopharyngeal carcinoma. EBV-associated central nervous system (CNS) disease is most frequently associated with primary CNS lymphoma in patients with AIDS. In addition, CNS infection associated with the detection of EBV DNA can be seen in immunocompetent patients.
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Interpretation
Detection of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) DNA in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) supports the clinical diagnosis of central nervous system (CNS) disease due to the virus. EBV DNA is not detected in CSF from patients without CNS disease caused by this virus.
CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| EBVPV | Epstein-Barr Virus, PCR, Varies | 5005-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| EBVS | Specimen Source | 31208-2 |
| 618327 | Epstein-Barr Virus PCR | 5005-4 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.