Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
2
Duration
30 min
Results
4 days
Sample
Blood draw
What's included
2 deliverables in this treatment
- Virus-specific IgG and/or IgM antibodies
- Specific viruses tested depend on the panel ordered
Blood test to diagnose current, recent, or past EBV infection.
About this treatment
Viral antibody testing detects whether you have been exposed to specific viruses by measuring the antibodies your immune system produced in response. IgM antibodies indicate recent or active infection, while IgG antibodies indicate past exposure and potential immunity. Common tests include Epstein-Barr virus (EBV, which causes mononucleosis), cytomegalovirus (CMV), varicella-zoster (chickenpox), and measles/mumps/rubella. These tests are used to diagnose active infections, confirm immunity from past infection or vaccination, and investigate chronic fatigue or unexplained symptoms. EBV testing is particularly relevant for longevity medicine, as reactivation of latent EBV has been linked to chronic fatigue syndrome and autoimmune conditions.
Good to know
- Viruses Tested
- Varies by panel
- Fasting Required
- No
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Turnaround
- 3–5 business days
- Common Use
- Immunity confirmation, infection diagnosis
Who is this for?
Anyone experiencing unexplained chronic fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, or recurrent illness. People needing to confirm immunity before travel, employment, or pregnancy. Those investigating post-viral symptoms or suspected reactivation of latent infections. Healthcare workers and teachers needing proof of immunity. Anyone planning pregnancy who needs to check rubella, CMV, or varicella status.
Preparation required
No fasting required. No special preparation needed. Inform your provider about your symptoms and their timeline, as this helps interpret whether antibodies indicate recent or past infection.
Biomarkers tested
2Appears 2-4 months after initial infection and persists for life; indicates resolution of acute infection.
Indicates a likely current EBV infection, possibly early in its course.
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Treatment highlights
- Virus-specific IgG and/or IgM antibodies
- Specific viruses tested depend on the panel ordered