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HelpTest Code LAB163 Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV) Antibody, IgM, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgM, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Specimen Retention Time
14 daysReport Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Useful For
Diagnosing acute-phase infection with varicella-zoster virus
CPT Code Information
86787
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| VZM | Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgM, S | 43588-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 80964 | Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgM, S | 43588-3 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.