Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) Antibodies Blood Test, Quantitative, IgM

A VZV Antibodies Blood Test, Quantitative, IgM detects IgM antibodies specific for VZV. These IgM antibodies, if present, can help confirm a diagnosis of VZV acute infection.

Description

The Varicella Zoster Virus Antibodies, IgM test is usually done to assess acute/active infection for chicken pox and can typically detect the virus approximately 7 - 14 days after infection.