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Epstein-Barr Virus Antibodies Blood Test
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Epstein-Barr Virus Antibodies Blood Test

Epstein-Barr Virus Antibodies Blood Test

A blood test which looks for the antibodies for the virus that causes glandular fever.
Blood sample 3 tests included 4 working days turnaround

£89.00

All tests bought are intended solely for the person purchasing. Why?

  • You have unexplained symptoms including tiredness, a high temperature, a sore throat and swollen lymph glands and want to see if you have glandular fever.
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) antibodies test helps diagnose a current, recent, or past EBV infection. A member of the herpes virus family, EBV is transmitted through the saliva. After an initial exposure to the virus, there is an incubation period of several weeks, EBV then causes a primary infection, followed by resolution and dormancy. Those who have been infected with EBV will have the virus in the body for the rest of their life, causing few problems unless the their immune system is significantly compromised.

EBV causes glandular fever in up to 50% of those who are infected. Symptoms of glandular fever include a very high temperature, a severe sore throat, swollen glands, extreme fatigue. There are several EBV antibodies that can be produced by the body in an immune response to several different EBV antigens. These include IgM and IgG antibodies to the viral capsid antigen (VCA) and antibodies to the nuclear antigen (EBNA). This blood test checks for all 3 of these antibodies, the results of which will help one of our doctors identify whether it is a current, recent, or past infection when commenting on your results.

Immunity

EBNA IgG Antibodies Epstein-Barr Virus Viral Capsid Antigen IgG Epstein-Barr Virus Viral Capsid Antigen IgM

3 simple steps

  • Take the test

    Take the test - either using your kit or visit a clinic.

  • Post your sample

    Send your sample in the freepost pack to our fully accredited lab.

  • Get your results

    Get your doctor reviewed results on my.medichecks.com.
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Important

Our tests are not a substitute for seeing your doctor, especially if you are suffering symptoms. Our doctors will interpret your results based on the information you have provided, but will not diagnose, consult or provide any treatment. You will be advised to see your doctor for any necessary follow-up action.