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HelpTest Code PARVOM Parvovirus B19 Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | PARVS |
| Epic ID | LAB800 |
Specimen Type
SerumOrdering Guidance
This test is intended for patients with at least 7 days of symptoms or asymptomatic individuals with recent exposure to parvovirus B19.
For patients with acute, symptomatic presentation, order either PARVP / Parvovirus B19, Molecular Detection, PCR, Plasma or PARVO / Parvovirus B19, Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies.
Specimen Required
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.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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Note:
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PARVG | Parvovirus B19 Ab, IgG, S | No | Yes |
| PARVM | Parvovirus B19 Ab, IgM, S | No | Yes |
| PARVN | Parvovirus B19 Ab Interpretation | No | Yes |
Useful For
Serologic detection of recent or past parvovirus B19 infection
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReference Values
IgG: Negative
IgM: Negative
CPT Code Information
86747 x 2