Varicella Zoster Virus Antibody, IgG
| Sunquest Code: | VZVIGG | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB6374 | Epic Name: | Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) IGG |
| Synonyms: | Chickenpox Titer; Herpes Zoster Titer; VZV Antibody Titer; Shingles; VZVIGG | ||
| Methodology: | Multiplex flow immunoassay | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Fri; results reported the same day. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.9 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) (Green (lithium heparin, gel), Green (sodium heparin, no gel), Purple (EDTA), Red (no gel)) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Gross hemolysis |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.35 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Specialty Core (UMMC-East Bank) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: |
Antibody index (AI) values reflect quantitative changes in antibody concentration that cannot be directly associated with clinical condition or disease state. |
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| Use: | Determine immune status to varicella zoster virus. |
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