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Varicella-Zoster Virus by PCR Fluid or Tissue (Superficial)

Test Code
VZVPCR


Alias/See Also
Varicella-Zoster Virus by PCR Superficial Site
VZV by PCR Superficial Site


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Transport Container
VTM or M4


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 1 hour
Refrigerated: 4 days
Frozen: Indefinately week(s)


Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Setup Schedule
Dayshift: Monday-Friday


Performing Laboratory
ChildLab (Nationwide Children's)



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.