Test Information:
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is the cause of infectious mononucleosis. In the early stage of the disease, IgM and IgG antibodies against VCA are successively detectable. The highest concentration of VCA IgG antibodies is reached after about six weeks from onset of symptoms.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
N/A (Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 5 days - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 6 months
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C – 8°C)
Test Category:
Batch
Test Schedule:
Specimen receiving CUT-OFF: Daily, 1200H.
All specimen received beyond cut-off will be included in the next batch processing
Results Availability:
Following day at 1200H