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Varicella Zoster Virus DNA, CSF, PCR

Order Code
139835
CPT
87798
Test Details
Synonyms

VZV DNA PCR, CSF

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Real Time PCR

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects VZV DNA in CSF, used in viral meningitis or encephalitis diagnosis.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

Strictly frozen, requires own sample container

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days
Frozen 7 days
Order Code
139835
CPT
87798
Test Details
Synonyms

VZV DNA PCR, CSF

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Real Time PCR

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects VZV DNA in CSF, used in viral meningitis or encephalitis diagnosis.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

Strictly frozen, requires own sample container

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days
Frozen 7 days