EPSTEIN BARR VIRAL LOAD BY PCR

Synonyms: Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Quantitative, by PCR; EBV viral load; EPSTEIN BARR QUANTITATION DNA, PCR, REAL TIME
Computer Code: (EBVDQ)
Specimen Collection: 3 mL blood (lavender (EDTA), pale yellow (ACD) or PPT top tube).
Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Maintain at room temperature if lab to receive within 24 hours.. > 24 hours: Lavender: Centrifuge, remove plasma and freeze.
Reference Values: Less than 200 or 2.3 log IU/mL.
Lab Code: Molecular Diagnostics
Requisition: MOL DIAG
Test Frequency: 1/week
Routine TAT: positivity 24 hrs, quantification 1-2 weeks
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 87799
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII