Referred Tests
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Test ID: FVZGC
Varicella-Zoster Virus Antibody, IgG, CSF
Specimen Type 
Describes the specimen type validated for testing
CSF
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Collect 0.5 mL CSF in sterile plastic container and ship refrigerate.
Specimen Minimum Volume Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the Testing Laboratory
0.3 mL
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Hemolysis | Mild reject; Gross reject |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
| Other | Specimens other than CSF. Contaminated or heat-inactivated specimens, or xanthochromic specimens (yellow color). |
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 365 days |