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. About three weeks after the onset of symptoms, the maximum concentration of IgM antibodies against the VCA peptide is attained.
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