Epic Code LAB1230005 Varicella-Zoster Virus Antibody, IgG, CSF
Additional Codes
Mayo Code: FVZGC
Epic Code: LAB 1230005
Performing Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesSpecimen Type
CSFLab Central Staff: All CSF specimens to Hematology first.
Specimen Required
Collect 0.5 mL CSF in sterile plastic container and ship refrigerate.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
Frozen | 365 days |
Reject Due To
Hemolysis | Mild reject; Gross reject |
Lipemia | NA |
Icterus | NA |
Other | Specimens other than CSF. Contaminated or heat-inactivated specimens, or xanthochromic specimens (yellow color). |
Day(s) Performed
Sunday through Saturday
Reference Values
134.9 IV or less: Negative - No significant level of IgG antibody to varicella-zoster virus detected.
135.0 - 164.9 IV: Equivocal - Repeat testing in 10 - 14 days may be helpful.
165.0 IV or greater: Positive - IgG antibody to varicella-zoster virus detected, which may indicate a current or past varicella-zoster infection.
Interpretation
The detection of antibodies to varicella-zoster in CSF may indicate central nervous system infection. However, consideration must be given to possible contamination by blood or transfer of serum antibodies across the blood-brain barrier.
Reporting Name
VZV Antibody IgG CSFMethod Name
Semi-Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
CPT Code Information
86787
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
FVZGC | VZV Antibody IgG CSF | 58755-0 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
Z4272 | VZV Antibody IgG CSF | 58755-0 |