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HelpTest Code PARPCM Parvovirus B19, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Additional Codes
| Mayo | PARVO |
| Epic ID | LAB4495 |
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 Minimum Volume
Amniotic Fluid, Bone Marrow, and Spinal Fluid 0.3 mL; Synovial fluid 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability. |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Useful For
Diagnosing parvovirus B19 infection
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReference Values
Negative
CPT Code Information
87798