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Epstein-Barr Virus Antigens

ANALYTES

Analytes are the substances measured in this test, which include:


  • EBV VCA IgM

  • EBV VCA IgG

rESULTS

sample Req.

EBV VCA IgM detects recent or active Epstein–Barr virus infection, including acute infection or reactivation.


EBV VCA IgG detects past exposure to Epstein–Barr virus and remains positive long term after infection, indicating prior or established infection rather than current activity.

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The results of your health assessment have identified specific signs and symptoms that are clinically consistent with an increased risk of


  • Latent Epstein Barr Virus Loading


Epstein Barr latency and loading has been associated with a range of conditions and symptoms,  which have been clinically verified to include


  • Multiple sclerosis

  • Systemic lupus erythematosus 

  • Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

  • Crohn's Disease

  • Grave’s disease

  • Rheumatoid arthritis

  • Sjögren’s syndrome

  • Chronic Fatigue 

  • Ulcerative Colitis

  • H.Pylori Negative Gastritis


This investigation is optional and may be used to verify the need for intervention. In the absence of testing, the treatment plan is tailored to address suspected contributors based on the presence of specific signs and symptoms and their degree of correlation with those contributors.


If testing is undertaken, the assessment will be re-evaluated in accordance with the test results. You will be updated with the test results alongside any treatment revisions necessary.

A blood collection kit will be dispatched to you by post.


This collection kit must be presented to an affiliated pathology provider, where a qualified phlebotomist will perform the blood draw and arrange return of the specimen to the laboratory in accordance with standard handling protocols.


Affiliated pathology providers vary by Australian state. Please refer to the list below to identify the appropriate provider for your location:


  • VIC: Melbourne Pathology

  • NSW: 4Cyte Pathology

  • QLD: 4Cyte Pathology

  • SA: Abbott Pathology

  • WA: Western Diagnostic Pathology

  • NT: Western Diagnostic Pathology

  • TAS: TML Pathology

  • ACT: 4Cyte Pathology


Estimated Turnaround Time: 5 business days

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