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HelpTest ID PARVO Parvovirus B19, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Useful For
Diagnosing parvovirus B19 infection
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
VariesNecessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Amniotic fluid
Container/Tube: Amniotic fluid container
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Do not centrifuge.
2. Label specimen as amniotic fluid.
Specimen Type: Spinal fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Do not centrifuge.
2. Label specimen as spinal fluid.
Specimen Type: Synovial fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile vial or lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen as synovial fluid.
Alternate:
Specimen Type: Bone marrow
Container/Tube: Sterile container or lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen as bone marrow.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
87798
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability. |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.