Varicella-Zoster Virus Antibody (IgM):
Fasting Required: No
Specimen: Blood
Results: Average processing time 3 days
Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Description:The Varicella-Zoster Virus Antibody (IgM) blood test helps detect a current or recent infection with the varicella-zoster virus — the virus responsible for chickenpox and shingles. This test measures IgM antibodies, which are typically produced by the immune system at the early stages of infection.
Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV) causes chicken pox and when reactivated, potentially decades later, causes shingles. Twenty percent of adults will develop shingles, a rash or blister of the skin that may cause severe pain.
Alternative Name(s): Shingles, Herpes Zoster IgM, Chicken Pox IgM
Specimen: Blood
Results: Average processing time 3 days
Note: Result turnaround times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Description:The Varicella-Zoster Virus Antibody (IgM) blood test helps detect a current or recent infection with the varicella-zoster virus — the virus responsible for chickenpox and shingles. This test measures IgM antibodies, which are typically produced by the immune system at the early stages of infection.
Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV) causes chicken pox and when reactivated, potentially decades later, causes shingles. Twenty percent of adults will develop shingles, a rash or blister of the skin that may cause severe pain.
Alternative Name(s): Shingles, Herpes Zoster IgM, Chicken Pox IgM