Serological assay for detection of IgG antibodies to VZV to confirm past infection / immunity. Used to confirm antibody status for transplant assessment, pre chemotherapy and pregnant women in contact with VZV.
Tube
Red top, Yellow ring. Serum sample.
ID
3733.
Availability
Urgent out of hours requests must be discussed with on-call virologist.
Additional Information
Samples should be received within 10 days of contact with macropaular rash.
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.
Collection Con
Min vol 4 ml.
IP Routine TAT
5 days.
GP Routine TAT
5 days.