Varicella Zoster Virus PCR
Qualitative detection of VZV by PCR
| Tube | Dependent on sample type |
|---|---|
| ID | 3665 |
| Availability | Mon-Sat.Samples for same day testing must arrive before 9.30am |
| Additional Information | Skin or vesicle swab - confirmation of chicken pox Throat swab - rash CSF- meningoencephalitis Eye swab - conjunctivitis |
| Turn Around | 3 days |
| Send to | LGI Microbiology Department |
| Collection Con | Do not use dry swabs for specimen collection. Optimal time of collection is the acute phase of illness. For collection of samples from vesicular lesions a sterile needle should be used to unroof the vesicle and then swab used to vigorously swab the base to collect epithelial cells and fluid |
| Sample REQ | Min. Vol 350 |
| IP Routine TAT | 3 days |
| GP Routine TAT | 3 days |
