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5200 Harry Hines Blvd.
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Dallas
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TX
75235
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General Information
Alias: VZV PCR
Performed: Mon, Wed, Fri
Turn Around Time: 2-5 days
CPT Codes: 87798
Performed By: Referral Lab
Clinical Utility: VZV DNA found in CSF is usually indicative of active, not latent, disease. VZV occasionally causes encephalitis in non-immunocompromised persons with skin lesions. VZV may cause encephalitis in immunocompromised persons including those with HIV infection.
Link:
VZV PCR
Unacceptable Conditions: Do not use viral media if color of liquid has changed from pink to yellow.
Components
Name |
Method |
Sex |
Age Range |
Ref. Range Low |
Ref. Range High |
Units |
VZV PCR |
Qualitative PCR |
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Varicella-zoster virus DNA not detected by PCR |
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Specimen Requirements
Type |
Container |
Volume |
Units |
Collection / Delivery |
Storage / Transport |
Off Campus |
Blood |
Lavender EDTA(K2), 4mL |
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On ice |
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Vesicle fluid or tissue biopsy |
Flu Swabstick (Viral Kit) |
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On ice |
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CSF |
Flu Swabstick (Viral Kit) |
1 |
mL |
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On ice |
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Eye-ocular fluid |
Flu Swabstick (Viral Kit) |
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On ice |
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