Orderable EAP code:

LAB00356

Billable EAP Codes:

80001587 x 1

CPT Codes:

87798 x 1

Lab Section:

Molecular Lab

Turnaround Time:

5 Days 

Test Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Related Links:

ARUP Test Directory

Specimen Requirements:

Swab collected in UTM or VTM.

CSF in sterile container, minimum volume 100uL

Pediatric Specimen Requirements:

Swab collected in UTM or VTM.

CSF in sterile container, minimum volume 100uL

Reference Range:

VZV Not Detected

VZV Detected

Invalid

Comments:

All other sample types will be sent to ARUP Lab. 

Synonyms:

Varicella-Zoster Virus

Chickenpox

Varicella

Herpes Zoster

Shingles

HHV-3

Human Herpesvirus