Test 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

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) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday; Varies
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 U.S. 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 |
Reject 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.