Epstein-Barr Virus DNA, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR QEBVQT

Method(s) Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Synonym EBV, Post transplant, EBV DNA, QT PCR, EBV DNA QN, PCR, PTLD, Lymphoproliferative, Infectious Mononucleosis
Specimen Required
Collect

One 5 mL lavender (EDTA) top tube.

Transport

Transfer 2 mL plasma to a transport tube.

* Collection Instructions *

  • Do not freeze whole blood or samples stored in primary tube.
  • Freshly drawn specimens (whole blood) may be stored at 2-25°C for up to 24 hours prior to centrifugation.
  • Separate plasma from cells within 24 hours of collection by centrifugation.
Stability

Ambient: Unacceptable

Refrigerated: 6 days

Frozen (-20°C): 6 months

Frozen (-70°C): 6 months

Unacceptable Conditions
  • Sodium or lithium heparin (green-top) tube
  • Unspun PPT tubes
  • Frozen whole blood
Schedule Daily; Report available: 4 days
Billing Code 9011287
CPTCode 87799
Notes Performing Laboratory Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-Chantilly VA
Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s)
No Appointment Necessary
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