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Laboratory Code
LAB163
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Gold Top (SSTII) / Red Top
Volume: 5.0 mL / 6.0 mL blood
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 2 days |
| Refrigerate | 2 weeks (preferred) |
| Frozen | 1 year |
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay
Days and Times Performed
Tuesday, TAT 2 - 8 days
Specimen Condition
| Haemolysis | OK |
|---|---|
| Icterus | OK |
| Lipaemia | OK |
| Others | Not applicable |
Reference Interval
Non-reactive
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
A “reactive” result suggests current or recent exposure to Varicella zoster
Service Code
31766
LOINC Code Information
29662-4
Alias
VZV Antibody IgM
Varicella-Zoster Virus Antibody IgM
Update
Last updated 21/02/2025