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HelpCatalog ID Cul VZV Only Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) Culture
CPOE Test Name
VZV viral cul
Synonyms
VZV Culture
Specimen Type
Exfoliated cells from an active lesion, tissue, swab
Specimen Requirements
Exfoliated cells from an active lesion, tissue, swab
Storage and Transport
Collection materials are provided by the Microbiology Laboratory. Do not substitute collection materials. M4-RT media should be immediately transported to the laboratory on wet ice.
Causes for Rejection
Wooden shaft swabs. Swabs not in M4-RT media. Use of other transport media. Specimens not properly labeled. Delay in transit.
Reference Range
No VZV isolated.
Critical Values
Positive results are reported to the county and state health departments. (Results called to the physician or unit upon request.)
Interpretation
A positive result indicates the presence of VZV in the specimen.
Test Consists
Cell culture isolation of Varicella zoster virus.
Turn Around Time
1-2 days from time culture is initiated.
Performing Lab
Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807
Methodology
Cell culture isolation of VZV. Confirmation is by immunofluorescent antibody testing.
CPT / HCPCS Code
87254