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Lab Test Dictionary

Varicella Zoster IgG Antibody


Synonyms

Chicken Pox (Peds), Shingles (Adults), Varicella Zoster, Convalescent; VZV

Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

RCHSD Serology


Epic ID

LAB162

Lab Test Days

Thursday

Standard TAT

1 Week


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-2 mL Blood

Container Type

Gold (SST)

Collection Instructions

Collect convalescent specimen (IGG) 14-21 or more days after onset of illness.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Test Volume Required

0.5 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.3 mL Serum

Processing Instructions

Centrifuge and separate serum. Place specimen in -70 freezer.


CPT Codes

86787


Revised

04-13-16

Initials

SL