EBV VCA IgM Test Price | Lahalak Medical Platform
Vital test detecting early EBV antibodies to diagnose current glandular fever (mononucleosis) and differentiate it from bacterial throat infections for proper treatment.
Scientific name: EBV Viral Capsid Antigen (VCA) IgM Test
The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) IgM viral capsid antibody (EBV VCA IgM) test is a serological immunoassay that measures the level of immunoglobulin M antibodies directed against viral capsid antigens (VCA). This antibody appears very early in acute EBV infection, indicating a recent or active primary infection, and typically peaks and then disappears...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate immunological analysis to detect and measure the level of antibodies (IgM) against the viral envelope antigen (VCA) of the Epstein-Barr virus.
- Consult an infectious disease or internal medicine specialist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, and the sample can be taken at any time.
- A normal venous blood sample is drawn.
- This test must be ordered along with EBV VCA IgG and EBNA IgG for an accurate interpretation of the stage of infection. It is not sufficient to rely on it alone.
- The doctor should be informed of the exact date on which the symptoms appeared.
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