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EBV Quantitative PCR
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This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by CompuNet Clinical Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary this test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be considered as investigational or for research. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high-complexity testing.
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by CompuNet Clinical Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary this test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be considered as investigational or for research. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high-complexity testing.
Test Code
EBVDNA
Alias/See Also
74790;
Transplant EBV QPCR;
Transplant EBV DNA Quant;
Epstein Barr Virus DNA, QN RT PCR;
Epstein Barr Virus Quant;
EBV Quant
Transplant EBV QPCR;
Transplant EBV DNA Quant;
Epstein Barr Virus DNA, QN RT PCR;
Epstein Barr Virus Quant;
EBV Quant
CPT Codes
87799
Preferred Specimen
2 mL K2EDTA Plasma (Lavender top) tube(s)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL Plasma
0.5 mL Whole Blood
0.5 mL Whole Blood
Instructions
Centrifuge the tube for at least 10 minutes. Transfer plasma to a completely labeled plastic transport tube within 6 hours of collection. Freeze plasma pour off.
Transport Container
K2EDTA (lavender top) tube; Sterile Plastic pour off tube
Transport Temperature
Plasma - Frozen or refrigerated
Whole Blood - Refrigerated
Whole Blood - Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Plasma
Room Temperature = unacceptable
Refrigerated = 8 hours (24 hours after frist thaw)
Frozen = 5 days
Whole Blood
Room Temperature = 8 hours
Refrigerated = 5 days
Frozen = unacceptable
Room Temperature = unacceptable
Refrigerated = 8 hours (24 hours after frist thaw)
Frozen = 5 days
Whole Blood
Room Temperature = 8 hours
Refrigerated = 5 days
Frozen = unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Plasma received at room temperature, Whole Blood received frozen.
Methodology
This test employs a Real Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) for the amplification of a well conserved region of EBV LMP2A Gene.
Setup Schedule
Monday - Wednesday - Friday
Report Available
48 - 72 hours
Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439
Last Updated: August 4, 2022
