PLASMA, EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS (EBV) DNA, QUANTITATIVE RT PCR

Message

Specimen Requirement: White top PPT (plasma preparation tube)After collection gently invert tube 8 -10 times Immediate Specimen Processing: Centrifuge specimen within 2 hours of collection Ambulatory Transport Temperature to Inova Central Lab: Refrigerated Specimen Stability: 6 days

Test Code

LAB17074 EBVPG

Alias/See Also

EBVPG

CPT Codes
87799

Instructions

Processing Instructions: 1. Specimens should be centrifuged within 2 hours of collection, but no more than 24 hours after collection.2. Centrifuge before transportation to ICL.3. If drawn using a lavender tube, centrifuge and transfer plasma to a plastic screw-cap tube prior to transportation.Preferred Testing Volume: 2 mL plasmaMinimum Testing Volume: 400 uL plasma Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 24 hoursRefrigerated (plasma): 6 daysRefrigerated (whole blood): 24 hoursFrozen: 6 months Causes for Rejection: Incorrect collection tube or specimen not centrifuged within 24 hours. Performing Lab: Inova Central LaboratoryICL or Main Lab Specimen Team Only: Lavender specimens must be centrifuged and plasma transferred within 24 hours of collection. Ifwhole blood received >24 hours after collection, specimen should be rejected.

Report Available

72-Hours

Clinical Significance

1230120121

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

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