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Test Directory Varicella Zoster Virus PCR

Varicella Zoster Virus PCR

Test Summary

PCR is the method of choice in detection of VZV in CSF

Aliases

Specimen Collection

Special Instructions

N/A

Preferred Specimen

CSF 1.0 mL CSF in sterile container instructions: CSF must be sent in original tube - don't put CSF into VTM. Store refrigerated after collection.
Non-CSF Rash or skin lesions sent in viral transport media. Must specify source of specimen

Minimum Volume

N/A

Instructions

Rash or skin lesions sent in Viral Transport Media. Must specify source of specimen.

CSF in Sterile Container. Instructions: CSF must be sent in original tube - DO NOT put CSF in Viral Transport Media.

Patient Preparation

N/A

Storage

Viral Transport Media or Sterile container

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

Room Temperature = n/a
Refrigerated = 5 days
Frozen = 3 months

Limitations

N/A

Other Acceptable Specimens

N/A

Unacceptable Specimens

Frozen specimen thawed

Order Code

VZVPCB

EPIC (Premier) Code

LAB1502

Includes

N/A

CPT Code

87798

Billing Code

300767

CPT Statement

Methodology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

FDA Status

No - This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by CompuNet Clinical Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary.

Physician Attestation of Informed Consent

N/A

Testing Laboratory

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine OH, 45439

Department

Molecular/Serology

Reference Range

N/A

Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time

Sunday - Saturday; MD; Report available: 1 day