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I read that a person can have an asymptomatic epstein barr virus . in periods of sleep deprivation/lower immunue function it could reactivate without you knowing. what kind of lab test could tell you if that is happening?
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If concerned: An EBV titer can readily be obtained, and results can indicate recent or prior contact. Since a vast majority of people are positive, you may wish to have a discussion with your doctor about your particulars.
Answered 6/8/2018
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