EBV Serology

Test Information

Test Name

EBV Serology

Synonyms

Epstein Barr Virus; EBNA; Glandular Fever; EBV IgG; EBV IgM; EBV antibodies; Paul Bunnell; Monospot; GF; IM; Infectious Mononucleosis; Viral Capsid Antigen

Department

Immunology

Price

$35 for EBV Serology (EBNA IgG plus EBV VCA IgG and IgM if EBNA is Negative), or $50 for EBV VCA IgG plus EBV VCA IgM only

Price Disclaimer

Many services are free for eligible patients. A minimum charge may apply. Prices listed are for unfunded, individual, requests. Please contact us for commercial testing.

Preferred Specimen

Extra SST

Testing Location

PLW

Turn Around Time

4 Days

Clinical Update

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Processing Information

Registration Code

EBV (see notes)

Notes

  • Register EBV for EBV serology/not specified (if paid, $35)
  • Register EBVG + EBVM if paid ($50) AND specifically requested

All infectious serology requests will require accompanying clinical details in order for testing to proceed. Exceptions:

  • Hepatitis Foundation screening protocols
  • Haemodialysis screening protocols
  • Antenatal screens
  • Immigrations medicals
  • Patient paid requests
  • Prisoners (Hepatitis B, C and HIV only)
  • Sexual Health Clinics/Screens (Syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B & C only)

Epstein Barr Virus Nuclear Antigen (EBNA) will be performed on all requests for EBV. EBV VCA IgG and IgM will be reflexed when EBNA is negative.

EBV Serology - Change of Practice September 2015

Methodology

Sample Storage

Fridge

Sample Stability

1 week

Interpretations

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