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 Recent changes for Epstein-Barr Virus DNA by PCR (Sendaway Test)

Recent changes for Epstein-Barr Virus DNA by PCR (Sendaway Test)
DateFieldChanged FromChanged To
12th February 2024
Collection & Request Instructions

REQUIRES APPROVAL FROM CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGIST

If EBV PCR requested on blood, order as EBVLOAD.  

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.    As at July 2023, this fee is $95.

REQUIRES APPROVAL FROM CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGIST

If EBV PCR requested on blood, order as EBVLOAD.  

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.    

8th February 2024
MBS rebatable

Yes

No

Collection & Request Instructions

REQUIRES APPROVAL FROM CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGIST

If EBV PCR requested on blood, order as EBVLOAD.  

REQUIRES APPROVAL FROM CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGIST

If EBV PCR requested on blood, order as EBVLOAD.  

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.    As at July 2023, this fee is $95.

Epstein-Barr Virus DNA by PCR (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:EBV PCR
Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:EBP
Medicare rebatable:No
Specimen Types:Cerebrospinal Fluid
Tissue
Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Bronchial Washings
Container Types:
CSF Tube 1
Fresh Tissue Pot
Plain 70mL pot
CSF Tube 1
Adults Volume or Mass:0.1 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

REQUIRES APPROVAL FROM CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGIST

If EBV PCR requested on blood, order as EBVLOAD.  

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.    

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:

Send at least 100 uL of CSF.

Unfixed tissue or BAL/BW may be sent.

Assay Frequency:Daily
External Laboratory:V.I.D.R.L.
  External Laboratory details...
External Transport Instructions:Send at ambient temperature

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