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HelpTest Code FVZGC Varicella-Zoster Virus Antibody, IgG, CSF
Reporting Name
VZV Antibody IgG CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile plastic container
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect 0.5 mL CSF in sterile plastic container.
2. Ship refrigerated.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 365 days |
Reject Due To
| Hemolysis | Reject |
| Specimens other than CSF Contaminated or heat-inactivated specimens Xanthochromic specimens (yellow color) |
Reject |
Reference Values
0.9 S/CO or less: Negative - No significant level of IgG antibody to varicella-zoster virus detected.
1.0 S/CO or greater: Positive - IgG antibody to varicella-zoster virus detected, which may indicate a current or past varicella-zoster infection.
Interpretation
The detection of antibodies to varicella-zoster in CSF may indicate central nervous system infection. However, consideration must be given to possible contamination by blood or transfer of serum antibodies across the blood-brain barrier.
Day(s) Performed
Sunday through Saturday
Report Available
3 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesCPT Code Information
86787
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FVZGC | VZV Antibody IgG CSF | 104459-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z4272 | VZV Antibody IgG CSF | 104459-3 |
Method Name
Semi-Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay