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HelpTest Code LAB162 Varicella-Zoster Antibody (VZV) IgG Antibody, Serum
Infectious
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Methodology
Multiplex Flourescent Immunoassay
Note: TO DETERMINE IMMUNITY STATUS ONLY.
Literature Reference:
1. Package insert: MMRV package insert, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. 12/2024
2. Brunel PA. Varicella-zoster virus. Manual of clinical laboratory immunology, Washington, D. C.: American Society for Microbiology, 1992:560-2.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain red top, Red/grey SST or Gold SST
Specimen Volume: Full tube, minimum 1mL of serum
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday - Sunday 0700 - 1300
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: results available the day of testing
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86787
Reference Values
VZV - Positive
Interpretive Data
VZV IgG
| Results | Interpretation |
| Negative | Results suggest individual is non immune and susceptible to the virus. |
| Equivocal | Presence of antibodies cannot be determined. Recommend follow up testing in 10-14 days if clinically indicated. |
| Positive | Results suggest response to immunization or prior exposure to the virus. |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternative Specimen Type: Plasma, Mint green (Heparin)
Analyte Stability: Avoid hemolysis. Refer to analyte stability chart.
Laboratory Processing Instructions: Test performed in the Core Lab. Processed by automated line for delivery to OBS3 with a minimum of 1mL of plasma/serum. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 7 days.
LOINC Code Information
| Name | LOINC Code |
| Varicella-Zoster Antibody (VZV), IgG, Serum | 15410-4 |