Abstract
Detection of Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) DNA by PCR in serum had a sensitivity of 80%, a specificity of 94%, and positive and negative predictive values of 95 and 79%, respectively, for the diagnosis of primary EBV infection. We suggest that this is a useful addition to the panel of tests used for this purpose.
Publication types
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Evaluation Study
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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DNA, Viral / blood*
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Epstein-Barr Virus Infections / diagnosis*
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Epstein-Barr Virus Infections / virology
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Herpesvirus 4, Human / genetics
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Herpesvirus 4, Human / isolation & purification*
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Humans
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Polymerase Chain Reaction / methods*
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Predictive Value of Tests
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Sensitivity and Specificity