Test Code 0231936 Varicella Zoster Antibody, IgG, Serum
Methodology
Indirect Chemiluminescence Immunoassay (CLIA)
Performing Laboratory
Alomere Health Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum only
Collection Container/Tube: Gold (gel separator) or Red (plain)
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
- Allow serum tubes to clot completely. This may take up to 30 minutes.
- Remove sample from cells by pipetting.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
Reported as Positive or Negative
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86787