Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) DNA, Detection details
What Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) DNA, Detection shows
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a very common herpesvirus that causes mononucleosis and then remains dormant in the body for life. This qualitative real-time PCR test looks for EBV genetic material in your sample and reports it as detected or not detected, without measuring the amount. It can help when active or reactivated EBV infection is suspected, particularly in people with weakened immune systems. A detected result means EBV DNA was found, which can reflect active infection but can also occur at low levels in people who have had EBV before. It is interpreted alongside EBV antibody tests, your symptoms and your clinical situation.
Tests that include Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) DNA, Detection
Infection with EBV is common and is generally subclinical or presents as a self-limited illness. Reactivation of latent EBV in an immunocompromised person can lead to more serious results, including lymphoproliferative disorders or neurological disease. PCR methods may be useful in identifying EBV in a variety of clinical specimens.
- Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) DNA, Detection A PCR test showing whether Epstein-Barr virus DNA is present in your sample, used to look for active or reactivated EBV infection.
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