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  • Three hundred twenty-two serum samples were tested using indirect immunofluorescence assay (IFA) and immunoblotting to evaluate the immune response to Epstein-Barr virus (EBV).
  • The samples were categorized based on IgM and IgG antibodies into four profiles: seronegative, acute infection, reactivation, and past infection.
  • Older age groups showed higher rates of seropositivity, indicating that routine tests used for diagnosing EBV were effective.

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Three hundred twenty two serum samples were evaluated by indirect immunofluorescence assay (IFA) and immunoblotting for the assessment of the immunologic status of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Serological profiles of 322 serum samples were classified by the IgM and IgG antibodies by the immunofluorescence assay as seronegative, acute infection, reactivation and past infection. Higher rates of seropositivity were determined in serum samples belonging to old age groups. Routine tests used for EBV diagnosis were efficient.

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