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HelpTEST ID PARVP Parvovirus B19, Molecular Detection, PCR, Plasma
Reporting Name
Parvovirus B19 PCR, PSpecimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 5 daysSpecimen Retention Time
1 weekPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87798
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.
Useful For
Diagnosing parvovirus B19 infection in plasma specimens