3057. PCR. Epstein-Barr virus (saliva, quantification)

Turnaround time (days): 3

1040 ₴

Description

Quantitative EBV PCR in saliva allows detection of active viral replication in the oropharynx. This noninvasive method is used to diagnose and monitor EBV infection, particularly in children, adolescents, immunosuppressed patients, or when viral reactivation is suspected.

When and who needs the test?

Patients with symptoms of infectious mononucleosis (fever, sore throat, lymphadenopathy).
Adolescents and students who are at high risk of household or contact infection.
In pregnant women – to detect viral shedding in chronic EBV.
In children – to screen for active virus infection without drawing blood.
Patients with immunodeficiency, oncohematological pathology, or after transplantation – to assess the phase of infection or monitor reactivation.

Biological material

Saliva

Preparing for a saliva testing

for 4 hours before collecting saliva, avoid eating, drinking alcohol, and taking medications;
rinse your mouth with boiled water three times before collecting saliva;
deliver to the department according to the schedule for collecting the material.

RULES FOR COLLECTING SALIVA:

- the sample is collected in...

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3057. PCR. Epstein-Barr virus (saliva, quantification)

1040 ₴