VZV PCR

Available viaHome Collection, Lab Visit
GenderMale & Female
Contains1 parameters
Earliest reports inSame Day
PreparationNo preparation needed

Overview of VZV PCR in Thane

What is the VZV-PCR Test?

The varicella-zoster virus, which causes shingles and chickenpox, can be found with the VZV-PCR (Varicella-Zoster Virus Polymerase Chain Reaction) test. It is extremely sensitive and can identify the virus in samples of skin lesions, blood, or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).


Who should take this test?

This test should be performed on patients who arrive with vesicular rashes, probable varicella or shingles, or consequences from varicella-zoster reactivation, such as meningitis or encephalitis.


How is the test performed?

To amplify and find VZV DNA, a sample is taken (such as blood, CSF, or a swab from a skin lesion) and subjected to PCR analysis.


What do positive results mean?

The presence of the varicella-zoster virus is confirmed by positive results, which can indicate either a primary infection (chickenpox) or reactivation (shingles).


What happens after a positive result?

and duration of symptoms.

Test included

VZV PCR includes 1 parameter

  • Vzv Pcr

Test code

8762

CPT and Loinc codes

Department

  • Molecular Biology

Turn around time

Same Day

Test run frequency

Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday TIME - 10:00

Performing locations

2 labs across India

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information

SpecimenVacutainerVolume
CsfPlain Sterile Vaccutainer 1.5 ML
Edta Whole BloodLavender Vacutainer3 ML
SwabOthers1.5 ML

Specimen stability information

Csf, Edta Whole Blood, Swab

VZV PCR

3745

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