Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) testing - PCR or antibodies? 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

3 days ago

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How stress can trigger Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) reactivation 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

4 days ago

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FALSE: You can't do anything about Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). You can use many nutrients and herbs to fight EBV and send it back into dormancy. #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

4 days ago

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Long COVID can be a trigger for reactivated Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

5 days ago

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Confused about Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) testing? What about a PCR Test? 🔸This measures levels of the virus in your blood, called “viral load.” 🔸It’s most sensitive early in primary infection 🔸May not be very helpful in chronic or reactivated EBV when the virus is no longer hanging out in the bloodstream and has moved into the organs and cells. 🔸If you’ve had a negative PCR and a positive antibody test it had probably been too long and EBV was no longer detectable in the bloodstream, while your antibodies were. 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

6 days ago

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This powerful vitamin can help your body fight Epstein-Barr virus (EBV): Vitamin D 🔹This vitamin inhibits NF-kB ➡️ less viral replication 🔹It has a positive influence on methylation ➡️ less viral replication. 🔹It stimulates the release of antimicrobial compounds from immune cells including those in the respiratory tract where EBV initially takes hold. 💬 Has vitamin D helped you? #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #antiviral #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue

6 days ago

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This powerful vitamin can help your body fight Epstein-Barr virus (EBV): Vitamin A 🔹Is immune supportive and can inhibit infected B cells from continuing the viral replication process. 🔹A deficiency can lead to impaired immune function and cellular damage 🔹It’s an important nutrient for not just immune support but also gut health repair. 💬 Has vitamin A helped you? #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #antiviral #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue

7 days ago

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Dealing with chronic Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)? When to test for total immunoglobulins! 🔸If you have a chronic illness like EBV… 🔸Another test to consider would be your total levels of immunoglobulins - IgM, IgG 🔸Many people with reactivated EBV are immunocompromised so this test will check that you have adequate levels of the markers we’re testing for in the EBV panel. 🔸If you don’t have enough IgM or IgG in the first place, your labs might incorrectly show negative values. 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

7 days ago

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Confused about Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) test results? Here’s what you need to know about: Early Antigen IgG (EA IgG) 🔸This shows up early, around the same time as VCA IgG, then decreases around 3-6 months. 🔸It’s not often ordered because it’s not usually part of an EBV panel and needs to be added on 🔸It’s not usually high in a past infection so it can help determine past vs. reactivated EBV 🔸It can rise during reactivation, making it an important marker to test for. 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

8 days ago

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Confused about Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) test results? Here’s what you need to know about: Nuclear Antigen IgG (EBNA IgG) 🔸This shows up a little later in an initial infection, around 8-12 weeks, then persists for life like VCA IgG. 🔸Just like VCA IgG, this marker will be present in most people, but that doesn’t mean you have reactivated EBV. 🔸Some people may also not make this antibody or “lose it” in the progression of their illness. 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

9 days ago

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These are the thyroid tests I'd recommend if you have chronic Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). #hypothyroidism #hypothyroid #hashimotos #hashimotosthyroiditis #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv

10 days ago

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Confused about Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) test results? Here’s what you need to know about: Viral Capsid Antigen IgG (VCA IgG) 🔸This shows up somewhat early in acute infection, but does so after VCA IgM. 🔸It peaks around 2-4 weeks, then persists for life 🔸It’s normal to see this one positive each time you test. 🔸Around 90% of the population will have this antibody but that doesn’t mean you have a reactivated EBV infection. 🔸You need more than just this one antibody test to determine that. 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

11 days ago

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Confused about Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) test results? Here’s what you need to know about Viral Capsid Antigen IgM (VCA IgM) 🔸This marker is a sign of active, initial infection 🔸It’s the first one to show up positive and then goes away in about 4-6 weeks 🔸Unless you catch it early in the initial infection, it’s likely to be negative anytime you test 🔸However, in some people, it does show up positive during reactivation because levels can rise during this time 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

12 days ago

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Your doctor won’t order Epstein-Barr (EBV) labs? Here’s how to order your own! 🔸You’re probably used to being your own health advocate. 🔸You can order EBV labs yourself. 🔸There are websites where you can place your order and find a nearby lab to do the blood draw. 🔸Prices vary but range from $200 - $300. 🔸Sites: Walk-In Labs; Ulta Labs; DirectLabs; Request A Test 📘 Get my FREE guide: Overcome EBV Holistically on my profile! #antiviral #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue

12 days ago

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What to know about the 4 Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) markers on a blood test! 🔸Viral capsid antigen IgM (VCA IgM) - present very early in an initial infection, then usually becomes negative 🔸Viral capsid antigen IgG (VCA IgG) - present early but peaks after IgM and then remains for life 🔸Early antigen IgG (EA IgG) - peaks early in infection, then goes away in 3-6 months, can come back during reactivation 🔸Nuclear antigen IgG (EBNA IgG) - peaks months into an infection after VCA IgM and IgG, then remains for life 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

13 days ago

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Most people don’t get all the tests they need for Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Here are the tests you need! 🔸I often see that people only get a few of the antibody tests 🔸This can lead to some confusion about whether someone has a past infection or a current active one 🔸I recommend ordering the following tests each time you check your levels as you go through treatment 🔸Viral capsid antigen IgM (VCA IgM) 🔸Viral capsid antigen IgG (VCA IgG) 🔸Early antigen IgG (EA IgG) 🔸Nuclear antigen IgG (EBNA IgG) 📚Get my FREE ebook on my profile! #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue #mononucleosis

13 days ago

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If you're dealing with Epstein-Barr virus you're not alone! I'm happy to provide info because I hear from many of you that finding resources is a challenge. #antiviral #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue

14 days ago

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This powerful vitamin can help your body fight Epstein-Barr virus (EBV): Vitamin C 🔹This vitamin works by enhancing an immune component called interferon, which prevents cells from becoming infected by EBV. 🔹Research has found that high doses given by IV can block viral replication and reduce the disease duration and antibody levels. 🔹These high doses wouldn’t be tolerable when given orally but you could try 1,000 mg per day. 💬 Has vitamin C helped you? #epsteinbarr #epsteinbarrvirus #antiviral #chronicillness #ebv #ebvvirus #chronicfatigue

16 days ago

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