Epstein-Barr Viral Capsid Ag, IgM

What this laboratory test evaluates

DetailsEpstein-Barr Viral Capsid Antigen (VCA) IgM Antibodies indicate recent or acute infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Detection of IgM antibodies helps diagnose active or primary EBV infections, such as infectious mononucleosis.

What type of sample is required for this test?Serum

Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.

Additional test information

Epstein-Barr Viral Capsid Antigen (VCA) IgM Antibodies indicate recent or acute infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Detection of IgM antibodies helps diagnose active or primary EBV infections, such as infectious mononucleosis.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 2 business days after the lab receives samples.

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.