Virology
| Full details for "VZV PCR". | |
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Name |
VZV PCR |
Alternative name/Profile |
Varizella zoster virus / herpes viruses / chicken-pox / varicella / shingles / herpes zoster / postherpetic neuralgia / varicella virus / zoster virus |
Department |
Virology |
Investigation |
VZV PCR |
Specimen type |
BAL, Viral swab, Vesicle fluid |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
green topped Sigma Virocult Viral swab; Universal container for BAL and vesicle fluid |
Frequency of analysis |
Twice weekly |
Turnaround time |
3 working days |
Availability |
Monday and Thursday |
Notes |
Send sample to the laboratory without delay. Sample should be refrigerated if not transported immediately |
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Last updated |
Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:34:16 GMT |