Post-Transplant, Epstein-Barr Virus DNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR, Tissue

Test Code

18092

CPT Codes
87798

Preferred Specimen

3 mm fresh tissue submitted in a sterile plastic leak-proof container

Minimum Volume

3mm

Instructions

For Shipper collection please see detailed instructions in Test Resources.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 8 days
Frozen: 30 days

Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Monday-Sunday Morning
Report available: Next Day

Reference Range

Not Detected

Clinical Significance

Infection with EBV is common and is generally subclinical or presents as a self-limited illness. Reactivation of latent EBV in an immunocompromised person can lead to more serious results, including lymphoproliferative disorders or neurological disease. PCR methods may be useful in identifying EBV in a variety of clinical specimens.

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.