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HelpTest Code VZG Varicella Zoster (VZV) IgG Ab
Infectious
Additional Codes
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Specimen and Container/Tube
Blood
Red top
Volume
Preferred Volume
2 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Pediatric Volume
1 mL
Collection Instructions
Offsite Collection Instructions
Collect blood from venipuncture. Fill red top tube and transport to UCMC. If transport is > 2 hours, refrigeration is required.
UCMC Collection Instructions
Collect blood from venipuncture. Fill red top tube completely and send to the laboratory.
Specimen Handling and Transport Instructions
Offsite Collection Instructions
Collect blood from venipuncture. Fill red top tube and transport to UCMC. If transport is > 2 hours, refrigeration is required.
Rejection Criteria
Gross hemolysis
Gross lipemia
Gross icterus
Heat-inactivated specimen
Reference Values
Negative
Critical Values
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Turnaround Time
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Test Components
Serum
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay, BioPlex 2200
CPT Codes
86787
LOINC Codes
15410-4
Synonyms/Search Keywords
Varicella
Chickenpox
Shingles
VZV
Last Reviewed Date
08/13/2024
Additional Information
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