Test Code PARVP Parvovirus B19, Molecular Detection, PCR, Plasma
Reporting Name
Parvovirus B19 PCR, PUseful For
Diagnosing parvovirus B19 infection in plasma specimens
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen 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 |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
PARVP | Parvovirus B19 PCR, P | 9571-1 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
56075 | Parvovirus B19 By Rapid PCR | 9571-1 |
SS008 | Source | 31208-2 |
Interpretation
A positive result indicates that parvovirus B19 DNA is present in the clinical sample. However, a positive result does not differentiate between actively replicating virus, transient infection that may be asymptomatic, or the presence of remnant viral nucleic acid.
A negative result suggests the absence of parvovirus B19 infection.
Report Available
Same day/1 to 5 daysReject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.