Varicella zoster IgG antibody

EQA Scheme?: Yes
EQA Status: NEQAS & RCPA

For taking blood samples we recommend that users follow either their local protocols or “The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures”.

Red top blood (serum) samples

Sufficient blood for the test should be drawn into red topped (no additive) vacuum tubes.

Pregnant contacts can be tested urgently by prior arrangement with the lab. Significant results telephoned