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HelpTest ID FVZD Varicella Zoster Antigen, DFA
Method Name
Direct Fluorescent Antibody Stain
Reporting Name
Varicella Zoster Antigen, DFASpecimen Type
VariesSubmit only 1 of the following:
Swab or specimen in suitable viral transport media (VTM), VCM transport medium or equivalent. Vesicular lesion, fluid of lesion, swab of lesion, swab of fluid
Acceptable: Air dried smear, eye swab
Specimen Minimum Volume
3 mL VTM, 1 swab in VTM or 1 slide
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Reference Values
Not Detected
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
1 - 2 daysPerforming Laboratory
Focus Diagnositics, Inc.CPT Code Information
87290