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Reporting Name
Epstein-Barr Virus, PCR, VariesPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Useful 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.
Necessary Information
1. Specimen source is required.
2. Source information must include main anatomical site of collection.
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)
-BD E-Swab (T853)
-M4-RT(T605)
Container/Tube: Multimicrobe media (M4-RT, M4, M5, Bartels, or Jiangsu) and E-Swab or Culturette
Collection Instructions: Place swab back into multimicrobe media.
Specimen Type: Bone marrow
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA) only
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Additional Information: Clotted specimens will be rejected.
Specimen Type: Fresh tissue
Supplies: M4-RT (T605)
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Sterile container containing multimicrobe medium (M4-RT, M4, M5, Bartels, or Jiangsu)
Acceptable: Sterile container containing 1-2 mL of sterile saline
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Collection Instructions: Submit only fresh tissue. Fixed tissue is not acceptable.
Specimen 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 Type
VariesSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.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.