EBV - Nose & Throat Cancer Marker
EBV (Epstein-Barr virus) is a kind of herpes virus, found everywhere spreading between humans through saliva and it is common in people diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC). It grows in a ‘hidden’ area at the back of the nose called the nasopharynx, it is not easy to detect. Nasopharyngeal cancer begins when cells in this area start to grow out of control. Exposure to EBV can increase the risk of developing NPC.
Symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer
- Lump in the neck
- Nosebleeds
- Swelling or ulcer in the mouth
- Hoarse voice
- Difficulty swallowing
- Pain or blockage in the ear
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The normal ranges:Â Negative: <11.1 AU/mL;Â Equivocal:Â 11.1 - 12.0 AU/mL;Â Positive: >12.0 AU/mL
*Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different labs. Some labs use different measurements or may test different specimens. Talk to your provider about your test results.
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