Varicella-Zoster Virus Total CF antibody

RV0046

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)
Specimen Requirement
Plain Blood
Adult: 5 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
1 - 6 days after acute or convalescent serum is received.
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Virology
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Mon - Fri: 0800 hrs to 1700 hrs
Sarurday: 0800 hrs to 1200 hrs
Test setup every Tuesday and Friday
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Virology & Serology Tests

Additional Information
To diagnose acute varicella infection, send single acute sample for VZV IgM antibody and a second serum taken two weeks later for VZV total CF antibody on the pair.

Change History Notes

  • 13 Aug 2021 12:00 AM

    Updated Day and Time Performed.

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Last Updated - 28 May 2025