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HelpTest Code LVZV Varicella-Zoster Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Additional Codes
EPIC: LAB3218
Reporting Name
Varicella-Zoster Virus PCRUseful For
Rapid (qualitative) detection of varicella-zoster virus DNA in clinical specimens for laboratory diagnosis of disease due to this virus
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
VariesNecessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Supplies: Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T465)
Specimen Type: Fluid
Sources: Spinal, pleural, peritoneal, ascites, pericardial, amniotic, or ocular
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Supplies:
-Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
-M4-RT (T605)
-Bartels FlexTrans VTM-3 mL (T892)
-Jiangsu VTM-3 mL (T891)
Specimen Type: Swab
Sources: Miscellaneous; dermal, eye, nasal, or throat
Container/Tube: Multimicrobe media (M4-RT) (T605) and ESwabs
Collection Instructions: Place swab back into multimicrobe media (M4-RT [T605], M4, or M5).
Supplies:
-Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
-M4-RT (T605)
-Bartels FlexTrans VTM-3 mL (T892)
-Jiangsu VTM-3 mL (T891)
Specimen Type: Swab
Sources: Genital; cervix, vagina, urethra, anal/rectal, or other genital sources
Container/Tube: Multimicrobe media (M4-RT) (T605) and ESwabs
Collection Instructions: Place swab back into multimicrobe media (M4-RT [T605], M4, or M5).
Specimen Type: Fluid
Sources: Respiratory; bronchial washing, bronchoalveolar lavage, nasopharyngeal aspirate or washing, sputum, or tracheal aspirate
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Supplies:
-M4-RT (T605)
-Bartels FlexTrans VTM-3 mL (T892)
-Jiangsu VTM-3 mL (T891)
Specimen Type: Tissue
Sources: Brain, colon, kidney, liver, lung, etc.
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Multimicrobe media (M4-RT) (T605)
Acceptable: Sterile container with 1 to 2 mL of sterile saline
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Collection Instructions: Submit only fresh tissue in a sterile container containing 1 mL to 2 mL of sterile saline or multimicrobe medium (M4-RT [T605], M4, or M5)
Specimen Minimum Volume
Body Fluid, Ocular Fluid, or Spinal Fluid: 0.3 mL
Respiratory Specimens: 1 mL
Tissue: 2 × 2-mm biopsy
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Test Classification
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LVZV | Varicella-Zoster Virus PCR | 94584-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SRC70 | Specimen Source | 39111-0 |
| 36046 | Varicella-Zoster Virus PCR | 94584-0 |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Swab/Tissue | Calcium alginate-tipped swab, wood swab, or transport swab containing gel Formalin-fixed and/or paraffin-embedded tissues |
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.