EBV PCR (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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EBV PCR (Blood)

Alternate Names	EBV NAD, Epstein Barr Virus PCR, Epstein Barr Virus NAD
Test Code	EBVP
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	4 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	This test detects Epstein Barr Virus DNA on blood/non-CSF samples. If Epstein-Barr Virus PCR is requested on CSF/EVD samples, refer to Cerebrospinal Fluid PCR (CSFPCR). If this test is urgent please contact the Medical Microbiologist on 03 9496 5964 or phone the Microbiology Department on 03 9496 5295.
Collection Instructions	Please collect 1 x DEDICATED 4mL EDTA tube.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	On Request
Min Test Volume	4mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	EWP, EW
CSR Instructions	WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample in 4°C Sendout tub
Laboratory Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department Please refer to Microbiology Registrar for approval prior to sending out specimen.
External Laboratory	VIDRL (Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory)
Accredited Test	Yes

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