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VARICELLA-ZOSTER (VZV) ANTIBODY, IGG, SERUM
Test CodeLAB162
CPT Codes
86787
Preferred Specimen
Gold Top Tube
Pediatric: 2 gold top microtainers
Pediatric: 2 gold top microtainers
Minimum Volume
0.5mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
Red top tube
Instructions
Centrifuge within 1 hour of collection. Separate from cells if Red Top Tube. Aliquot 0.5 mL serum.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Failure to fully fill tube
Methodology
Multiplex Assay on BioPlex 2200
Setup Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday day shift
Clinical Significance
Determining immune status of individuals to the varicella-zoster virus (VZV)
Documenting previous infection with VZV in an individual without a previous record of immunization to VZV
This test is used to determine the immune status to varicella-zoster virus (VZV). A positive result indicates immunity to VZV through prior
exposure or vaccination. Patients with equivocal results may require re-testing or re-vaccination. A negative result suggests lack of a
specific immune response to immunization or no prior exposure.
Documenting previous infection with VZV in an individual without a previous record of immunization to VZV
This test is used to determine the immune status to varicella-zoster virus (VZV). A positive result indicates immunity to VZV through prior
exposure or vaccination. Patients with equivocal results may require re-testing or re-vaccination. A negative result suggests lack of a
specific immune response to immunization or no prior exposure.
Performing Laboratory
West Virginia University Hospital, Inc.
