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VZV (Varicella zoster virus) PCR (BLOOD)

Tube Type

Test ID		LAB5685
EPIC Order		Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) PCR, Blood
CPT Code(s)		87798
Group/Individual Test		Individual
Laboratory		Molecular Microbiology; 984-974-1820
Tube Station		30
Specimen	Routine:	3 mL blood in Pearl KEDTA Tube; See Comment
Availability	Routine:	Monday-Friday
	STAT:	NA
Turnaround Time		3 days
Reference Range	Normal:	Negative
Comments	The assay detects the presence of viral DNA. For serological testing refer to: Varicella-Zoster Immune Status

Reviewed by J. Carr on December 11, 2023

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McLendon Clinical Laboratories
101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514