Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
1
Duration
30 min
Results
4 days
Sample
Blood draw
What's included
2 deliverables in this treatment
- Virus-specific IgG and/or IgM antibodies
- Specific viruses tested depend on the panel ordered
VZV blood test to determine immunity to chickenpox and shingles.
About this treatment
This varicella-zoster virus (VZV) blood test measures IgG antibody response to determine immunity to chickenpox (varicella) and shingles (herpes zoster). It's useful if you're unsure about past infection, need immunity proof for school/work, or plan international travel. Note: This test doesn't confirm active infection or immunity after vaccination. Buy online; no doctor visit needed. Visit a Quest Diagnostics location for sample collection and receive fast results.
Good to know
- Viruses Tested
- Varies by panel
- Fasting Required
- No
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Turnaround
- 3–5 business days
- Common Use
- Immunity confirmation, infection diagnosis
Who is this for?
Anyone experiencing unexplained chronic fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, or recurrent illness. People needing to confirm immunity before travel, employment, or pregnancy. Those investigating post-viral symptoms or suspected reactivation of latent infections. Healthcare workers and teachers needing proof of immunity. Anyone planning pregnancy who needs to check rubella, CMV, or varicella status.
Preparation required
No fasting required. No special preparation needed. Inform your provider about your symptoms and their timeline, as this helps interpret whether antibodies indicate recent or past infection.
Panel categories
Biomarkers tested
1Immunoglobulin G (IgG) is the most common type of antibody in the blood, important for fighting bacterial and viral infections.
Treatment highlights
- Virus-specific IgG and/or IgM antibodies
- Specific viruses tested depend on the panel ordered
Physician service fee of $6.00 added; potential discounts available