Varicella Zoster Virus, Strain Ellen (VZV)

Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) is a member of the human herpes virus family which causes two distinct clinical manifestations: childhood chickenpox (Varicella) and shingles (Zoster). Varicella is the outcome of the primary infection with VZV. Whereas, Zoster is the result of VZV reactivation from latently infected sensory ganglia which occurs predominantly in aging and immunosuppressed individuals. Source: Varicella Zoster Virus, strain Ellen, propagated in HF cells. Inactivation: Inactivated by Ultraviolet light , Storage and Stability: Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing and freeze at -70°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.