Short Description

Primary infection by EBV causes Infectious mononucleosis, usually a self limiting disease in children and young adults. Infection with EBV can cause Lymphoproliferative disorders including tumors. VCA IgM appears approximately 4-6 weeks after initial infection and declines after about 3 months.

PreTest Information

No special preparation required

Detail Description

EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY TO VIRAL CAPSID ANTIGEN (VCA) IgM Test Cost and Symptoms Diagnosis - DNA Labs India

EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS (EBV) is a common virus found in humans. It is the virus that causes infectious mononucleosis or the “kissing disease”. EBV is also linked to various other illnesses including certain types of cancer.

At DNA Labs India, we offer the EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY TO VIRAL CAPSID ANTIGEN (VCA) IgM Test to detect the presence of antibodies to the virus in your blood. This test helps in the diagnosis of recent or current EBV infection.

Cost of EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY TO VIRAL CAPSID ANTIGEN (VCA) IgM Test

The cost of the EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY TO VIRAL CAPSID ANTIGEN (VCA) IgM Test is INR 1872 at DNA Labs India.

Symptoms of EBV Infection

The symptoms of EBV infection can vary from person to person. Some people may not experience any symptoms at all. However, common symptoms include:

• Fever
• Fatigue
• Sore throat
• Swollen lymph nodes in the neck and armpits
• Enlarged spleen
• Headache
• Skin rash

Diagnosis of EBV Infection

The diagnosis of EBV infection can be done through blood tests. The EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY TO VIRAL CAPSID ANTIGEN (VCA) IgM Test is one of the blood tests used to diagnose EBV infection. This test looks for the presence of antibodies to the virus in your blood. If the test is positive, it means that you have recently been infected with EBV.

Other blood tests that may be done to diagnose EBV infection include:

• EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY TO NUCLEAR ANTIGEN (EBNA) IgG Test
• EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY TO EARLY ANTIGEN (EA) IgG Test
• Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test

If you are experiencing any symptoms of EBV infection, it is important to get tested. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent complications.

At DNA Labs India, we provide reliable and affordable testing services. Our EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS ANTIBODY TO VIRAL CAPSID ANTIGEN (VCA) IgM Test is performed by experienced professionals using state-of-the-art technology. Contact us today to book your test.