Skip to content

EBV IgG antibody to Early Antigen

The EBV IgG antibody to Early Antigen is a blood test that detects immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies against the early antigen (EA) of Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). It may help identify an active or recent infection as well as reactivation of the virus.

DiagnosticsLab test
For men & women96 hoursBloodHome collection

Know more about this test

The EBV IgG antibody to Early Antigen is a blood test that detects immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies against the early antigen (EA) of Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). It may help identify an active or recent infection as well as reactivation of the virus.

Understanding EBV IgG antibody to Early Antigen

Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) is a common virus that spreads through saliva and causes infectious mononucleosis, also known as mono. Most individuals are exposed to EBV at some point in their lives, and while many have mild or no symptoms, some experience fatigue, sore throat, fever, and swollen lymph nodes.

The EBV IgG antibody to Early Antigen test detects the presence of IgG antibodies directed against the early antigen complex of EBV (a part of virus seen early in the infection). These antibodies usually appear ear...

What does EBV IgG antibody to Early Antigen measure?

The EBV IgG antibody to Early Antigen is a blood test that detects immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies against the early antigen (EA) of Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). It may help identify an active or recent infection as well as reactivation of the virus.

Related parameters

How does home sample collection work?

1

Search or choose

Find the right test or package.

2

Select slot

Pick a convenient time.

3

Phlebotomist visit

A trained expert arrives home.

4

Safe testing

Samples move through the lab process.

5

Digital reports

Reports are delivered online.

FAQs related to EBV IgG antibody to Early Antigen

Test price₹1,969