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PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test

Recent changes for EBV Viral load

Date

Field

Changed From

Changed To

18th October 2024

Method

Send to VIDRL. Contact 9342-9628

This test can be performed on same sample as other Micro PCR tests (eg CMV viral load/PCR, polyomavirus viral load). If unsure, contact Microbiology lab before organising any recollections

EBV Viral load

Alternate names:

EBV Quantitation, EBV Viral load, Epstein Barr Virus Viral Load

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

EBVPCR

Specimen types:

Blood

Container types:

EDTA

Collection Instructions:

Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab

Please note that EBV Viral Load can only be performed on a sample tube which has NOT been used for other testing. For this reason, this test cannot be added to previously collected samples.

Minimum Adult Volume:

0.2 mL

Frequency:

As required

Result Turnaround Time:

2-3 days

Laboratory Use Only

If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare. If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf

Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf

SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare

TURN AROUND TIMES - When will my result be available?

CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements

CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form

CLICK HERE for a Log sheet for recording Pathology results

"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW