Epstein-Barr Virus Early Antigen D Antibody (IgG)
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test may be recommended for individuals showing symptoms of infectious mononucleosis or for those suspected of having a reactivation or persistent EBV infection.
- Epstein-barr virus early antigen d antibody (igg)
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Details
The Epstein-Barr Virus Early Antigen D Antibody (IgG) test is used to detect a primary infection of the Epstein-Barr virus, which is known to cause infectious mononucleosis. This condition is more common in children and young adults and usually resolves on its own. However, EBV can also lead to more serious conditions, including lymphoproliferative disorders and tumors. This test looks for IgG antibodies that target the Early Antigen D of the virus, which typically appear within a month of showing symptoms and last for 3-4 months. Persistently high levels of these antibodies may indicate that the virus is reactivating or not going away.
What patients is this test right for?
This test may be recommended for individuals showing symptoms of infectious mononucleosis or for those suspected of having a reactivation or persistent EBV infection.
Symptoms of infectious mononucleosis include:
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Swollen spleen or liver
What type of sample is required for this test?
1 mL serum. A blood draw is necessary.
3–4 business days
U/mL Interpretation
<9.00 Negative
9.00-10.99 Equivocal
>10.99 Positive
<9.00 Negative
9.00-10.99 Equivocal
>10.99 Positive
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 1 mL serum
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Transport tube
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 4 days
- Refrigerated: 7 days
- Frozen: 30 days
- Reject Criteria: NA
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
