VARICELLA ZOSTER VIRUS (VZV) ANTIBODY, IGM
| Varicella Zoster virus (VZV) is a herpes virus causing Chickenpox as a primary infection & Herpes zoster due to reactivation of latent infection. This assay is useful for diagnosing acute phase infection with VZV. Negative results in suspected early VZV infection should be followed by serial testing 2-3 weeks apart |
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Same day |
VARICELLA ZOSTER VIRUS (VZV) ANTIBODY, IGM
| Test Code | V-03 |
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| Test Description | **VARICELLA ZOSTER VIRUS (VZV) ANTIBODY, IGM |
| Clinical Category | INFECTIONS |
| Sample | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum |
| Method/Technology | Enzyme Immunoassay |
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