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Test Code EBNAG Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Nuclear Antigen Antibody, IgG, Serum

Additional Codes

  • Expanse Test Name:Epstein-Barr Nuclear Ag IgG Ab
  • Medinet Ref Code:EBNAG
  • OV Code:CHEM*EBNAG

Performing Laboratory

St. Lukes Hospital Laboratory

Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay

Specimen Requirements

Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s) or a serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send 3 mL of serum refrigerated.

 

Unspun specimens must be transported at ambient temperature and arrive to the laboratory withi one hour of draw.

Reference Values

Negative:  0.0-17.9 µ/mL

Equivocal:  18.0-21.9 µ/mL

Positive:  >21.9 µ/mL

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

CPT: 86664

LOINC: 30083-0

Additional Information

 

 

Specimen Stability:Specimen can be refrigerated at 2° C to 8° C for up to 2 days. If not assayed within 2 days, freeze specimen in plastic vial.