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Lab Test Dictionary

Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) DNA, Qualitative, RT-PCR (Lesion Swab)

Methodology

Real-Time PCR


Synonyms

VZV

Specimen Type

Lesion Swab

Performing Lab

RCHSD MDL (PCR)


Epic ID

LAB001395

Lab Test Days

Daily (10 AM Cutoff)

Standard TAT

48 Hours


Collection Information

Specimen Required

UTM Swab set (Quidel 402C manufactured by Diagnostic Hybrids. Inc)

Container Type

UTM Swab set (Quidel)

Collection Instructions

For UTM/Swab set: 1. Scraping the suspected mucocutaneous and cutaneous lesion swabs lesion with the UTM swab. 2. Aseptically remove cap from tube. Insert swab into the tube with UTM medium. 3. Break swab shaft by bending it against the tube wall. 4. Replace cap to tube and close tightly. 5. Label with appropriate patient information. 6. Remote locations: Store on ice or refrigerate. Transport on cold packs.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 1 Month

Rejection Criteria

Other than required container; Quest VCM; BD VTM

Test Volume Required

UTM Swab set

Minimum Test Volume

UTM Swab set

Processing Instructions

Place UTM Swab set in a small clear bag and place in refrigerated MDL (PCR) bin as soon as possible.


CPT Codes

87798


Revised

1/15/25

Initials

SA