Reference Interval:
Negative
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| Note: |
If DFA is negative or inadequate, then a VZV/HSV culture will be added.
Sensitivity of DFA methodology is dependent upon adequacy of the specimen. If there are fewer than 20 cells, the DFA result will be reported as "sample inadequate."
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| CPT Code(s): |
87290 VZV; 87274 HSV 1; 87273 HSV 2; if reflexed, add 87252 x2 Tissue culture; 87254 Shell vial; 87253 IP stain
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Cross References: |
Chicken Pox, HSV & VZV DFA with Reflex to Culture, Herpes Zoster Antigen Detection and Culture, Shingles, VZV & HSV DFA with Reflex to Culture, VZV Antigen Detection and Culture |