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| Organization: | Alberta Precision Laboratories | ||
| Message Alert: | PLEASE NOTE: This Test Directory is in an interim state and due to changes pertaining to the DynaLIFE transition, performing site for routing has not been updated. Please refer to Laboratory Information System for appropriate routing. | ||
| Test Name/Synonym: | Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) Infections (Synonym: Shingles, Chicken Pox) | ||
| Test Includes: | CSF Panel (HSV, VZV, entero/parechovirus) NAT/PCR Serology (IgG) | ||
| Specimen Collection Requirements: | Specimen Type CSF Panel For suspected encephalitis: DEDICATED CSF sample (at least 0.5-1 mL) in a sterile container NAT (PCR) Serology Adult: 5 mL GOLD SST Pediatric: 2 mL RED IgM serology has been discontinue effective November 17, 2019. Please refer to Laboratory Bulletin: Discontinuation of Varicella Zoster (VZV) IgM Antibody Testing. Collection Method See Sample Type and Collection Guidelines for Herpes simplex Virus (HSV) and Varicella zoster Virus (VZV) testing | ||
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| Processing: | CSF Panel CSF: If specimen can be received in the laboratory within 24 hours of collection then ship on ice/cold packs. If transportation might exceed 24 hours from collection then freeze at -70°C and transport on dry ice. NAT (PCR) Blood: Do not centrifuge. Ship on ice or cold pack within 24 hours Swab: Refrigerate but DO NOT freeze specimens | ||
| Testing Area: | Molecular Diagnostics, Virology | ||
| Performing Site: | Provincial Laboratory for Public Health (Calgary and Edmonton) | ||
| Additional Test Information: | Testing a swab of lesion (blister) by NAT (PCR) is most appropriate to establish a laboratory diagnosis of chicken pox or shingles. | ||
| Contact Comments: | Contact the Public Health Lab (ProvLab) Microbiologist On-Call prior to submitting biopsy/autopsy specimen | ||
| Last Updated On: | Thursday, July 11, 2024 | ||
| Date of Last Review: | Feb 13 2024 12:00AM | ||
