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HelpTest Code VZGM Varicella-Zoster Antibody, IgM and IgG, Serum
Reporting Name
Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgM and IgG, SUseful For
Laboratory diagnosis of acute and recent infection with varicella-zoster virus (VZV)
Determination of immune status of individuals to the VZV
Documentation of previous infection with VZV in an individual without a previous record of immunization to VZV
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VZM | Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgM, S | Yes | Yes |
| VZPG | Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgG, S | Yes | Yes |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
IgM
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
IgG
Vaccinated: positive (≥1.1 AI)
Unvaccinated: negative (≤0.8 AI)
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
86787-Varicella IgG
86787-Varicella IgM
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| VZGM | Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgM and IgG, S | 81234-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 80964 | Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgM, S | 43588-3 |
| VZG | Varicella-Zoster Ab, IgG, S | 15410-4 |
| DEXG4 | Varicella IgG Antibody Index | 5403-1 |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Method Name
VZM: Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
VZPG: Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.