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Catalog ID Cul VZV Only Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) Culture

CPOE Test Name

VZV viral cul

Epic EAP Test Code

LAB10262

Synonyms

VZV Culture

Specimen Type

Exfoliated cells from an active lesion, tissue, swab

Specimen Requirements

Exfoliated cells from an active lesion, tissue, swab

Causes for Rejection

Wooden shaft swabs. Swabs not in M4-RT media. Use of other transport media. Specimens not properly labeled. Delay in transit.

Turn Around Time

1-2 days from time culture is initiated.

CPT / HCPCS Code

87254

Performing Lab

Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807

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.

Reference Range

No VZV isolated.

Interpretation

A positive result indicates the presence of VZV in the specimen.

Methodology

Cell culture isolation of VZV. Confirmation is by immunofluorescent antibody testing.

Test Consists

Cell culture isolation of Varicella zoster virus.

Critical Values

Positive results are reported to the county and state health departments. (Results called to the physician or unit upon request.)