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Test Code LAB3476 Parvovirus B19, Molecular Detection, PCR, Plasma

Additional Codes

Mayo Test ID
PARVP

Reporting Name

Parvovirus B19 PCR, P

Useful For

Diagnosing parvovirus B19 infection in plasma specimens

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

Specimen Type

Plasma EDTA


Specimen 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

Test Classification

This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

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

Report Available

Same day/1 to 5 days

Reject 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.