Laboratory Test Reference Guide

Laboratory Information

Test Name

Varicella zoster serology

Synonyms

VZV
Chicken pox
Shingles
HZV

Specimen Collection

Adult Specimen

Gold or Red tube

Paediatric Specimen

Paediatric Gold or Red tube

Instructions for Referral to Waikato Lab

Aliquot instructions

300uL serum

Aliquot Transport

Chilled

Test Information

Department

Virology

Test Availability

Mon - Fri, 0800 - 1630 excl. Public Holidays

Laboratory Turnaround Time

VZV IgG batched twice weekly; VZV IgM batched weekly

Diagnostic Use Or Instructions

Varicella zoster IgM will be performed only if clinical details are included.