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HelpTest ID FVZGC Varicella-Zoster Virus Antibody, IgG, CSF
Method Name
Semi-Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Reporting Name
VZV Antibody IgG CSFSpecimen Type
CSFCollect 0.5 mL CSF in sterile plastic container and ship refrigerate.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |
Reference Values
134 IV or less: Negative – No significant level of IgG antibody to varicella-zoster virus detected.
135 – 165 IV: Equivocal – Repeat testing in 10 – 14 days may be helpful.
166 IV or greater: Positive – IgG antibody to varicella-zoster virus detected, which may indicate a current or past varicella-zoster infection.
Day(s) Performed
Sunday through Saturday
Report Available
1 dayPerforming Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. The U. S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved or cleared this test; however, FDA clearance or approval is not currently required for clinical use. The results are not intended to be used as the sole means for clinical diagnosis or patient management decisions.CPT Code Information
86787