2150. Epstein-Barr virus (capsid antigen), avidity of IgG antibodies
Description
The Epstein-Barr virus is a widespread infectious agent that can spread through blood, saliva, tears, urine, semen, nasal secretions, and other body fluids. The immune system reacts to the presence of a virus in the body by secreting specific antibodies (immunoglobulins M, G).
The avidity of antibodies G indicates their activity and allows you to determine the duration of infection.
The test can be used to differentiate between new and long-standing infections.
When and who needs the test?
Differential diagnosis of recent cases of infection from previously transferred forms in people with an increased titer of antibodies (IgG) to EBV capsid antigen.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach.
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...