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Varicella

Also Known As: Varicella Zoster Virus by Culture, PCR, or DFA, VZV, VZV Antibodies IgG and IgM, Herpes Zoster

Used to diagnose, as necessary, a current, recent, or past case of chickenpox or shingles; to determine whether you have developed immunity to the varicella zoster virus (VZV) or whether there is the potential for reactivating a VZV infection prior to receiving immunosuppressive drugs.