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HelpTest ID PARVN Parvovirus B19 Antibody, Technical Interpretation
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see PARVS / Parvovirus B19 Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Information: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Secondary ID
48322Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see PARVS / Parvovirus B19 Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
IgG: Negative
IgM: Negative
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Useful For
Interpretation of serologic testing for recent or past parvovirus B19 infection
This test is not useful as a screening procedure for the general population
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday