Varicella zoster virus (VZV), DNA PCR

Alphabetical Test listing

Varicella zoster virus (VZV), DNA PCR-13388

Test name:

Test number:

13388

Excellian order number:

LAB13388

Abbreviation:

VZVPCR

Alternate names:

VZV, DNA by Real-time PCR

Useful for:

An aid in the diagnosis of infections caused by Varicella zoster virus (VZV).

Specimen type:

Swab of lesion

Collection container:

Copan UTM-RT transport (purple cap)

Volume:

One (1) swab

Minimum volume:

One (1) swab

Transport container:

Copan UTM-RT transport (purple cap)

Alternate specimen type:

EDTA whole blood
ACD whole blood

Alternate collection container:

Lavender (EDTA), 4mL

Yellow ACD (A or B)

Alternate specimen volume:

0.5 mL (minimum 0.2 mL)

Alternate collection instructions:

Immediatley following collection, mix sample thoroughly by gentle inverting 8 - 10 times, to prevent clotting

Alternate transport container:

Lavender (EDTA), 4mL

Yellow ACD (A or B)

Transport and stability:

Ambient (preferred) - 14 days
Refrigerated -14 days

Reason for rejection:

Quantity not sufficient for analysis
Gross specimen contamination
Specimen too old
Leaking or broken tube
PCR testing cannot be added on to a sample that has been opened and/or used for other testing. If the sample has already been used for testing, a new specimen will need to be collected.

Performing lab:

LabCorp Burlington (138313): R-LC

Days set up:

3 days/wk

TAT:

4 - 9 days

Method:

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Reference ranges:

Negative

Preauthorization:

This test may require preauthorization from the insurance provider. Check the payer guidelines and, if needed, obtain the pre-authorization prior to sample collection

CPT codes:

87798

LOINC code:

Result 11483-5

Date created:

04/11/2019

Revised date:

06/23/2023

Review date:

03/21/2022