Epstein Barr Virus Antibodies - IgA Test in Chennai

Blood tests for Epstein Barr Virus antibodies are used to detect and diagnose EBV infection , which is the most common cause of Infectious Mononucleosis (mono). Infectious Mononucleosis or mono refers to a group of symptoms caused by Epstein Barr Virus (EBV). It generally is found more in teenagers. The virus only spreads through saliva and hence nicknamed as ‘Kissing Disease’. There are various tests which could deduct this virus such as Complete Blood Count (CBC) , White Blood Count and The Monospot test. But only EBV Antibody test can give you crystal clear results even as early as the first week you have symptoms.