Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Quantitative RT-PCR

RV0020

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
EDTA tube
Sterile container
Specimen Requirement
Whole Blood EDTA
3 - 5 mL
 
Sterile container
BAL: Entire collection
CSF: 1 mL
For vitreous or eye tap: As much sample as possible
Specimen Storage/Transport
Refrigerate sample until transfer to laboratory. Do not freeze. Send sample with an ice pack. Sample should reach the laboratory as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours after collection.
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
1 - 8 days
Reference Value(s)
-
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Wednesday
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Virology & Serology Tests

Additional Information
BAL and CSF samples will be sent to NUH

Change History Notes

  • 02 Aug 2021 12:00 AM

    ​Updated Specimen Container, Specimen Requirement.

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Last Updated - 28 May 2025