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Test Code LAB123162 Varicella Zoster Antibody, IGG

Important Note

Test performed 11pm on Monday and Wednesday. Also performed on Saturday evening.

Specimen Requirements

Sample type: Serum (Gold top tube, Red SST tube or Plain red top tube)

Minimum volume 0.2 mL Serum

Specimen can be stored at 2-8° C for one week. Hemolyzed, lipemic, or icteric specimens are not acceptable.

Days of Testing

Test performed 11pm on Monday and Wednesday. Also performed on Saturday evening.

Methodology

This test is used for Immunity studies.

Reference Values

Positive

Note: A single dilution of patient's serum is tested and results are reported as positive (antibodies are detected), negative (antibodies are not detected), or equivocal.