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eD-H Order Code
LAB4231
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Min Volume | Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dermal/Lesion | 1.0 ML |
Universal Viral Transport Media: PS# 0136130 Flocked swab- regular tip: PS# 0145943 |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Reference Ranges / Critical Values
| Assay | Gender | Age Range | Normal Range | Critical Values | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VZV PCR | All | 0 Minutes – 150 Years | Not Detected |
Specimen Stability
7 days refrigerated.
Additional Specimen Instructions
Do not use a calcium alginate swabs.
This is a qualitative test for the detection of VZV DNA present in cutaneous and mucocutaneous
lesion swab samples from patients with signs and symptoms of VZV infection.
Sources other than cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesions will be sent to our reference lab for testing, order Miscellaniouse Lab LAB3715. CSF - order LAB 3710.
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Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday; continuously
CPT(s)
87798
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology