PARVOVIRUS B19 Ab IgM

Test Name
PARVOVIRUS B19 Ab IgM
Aliases
Slap Cheek, Fifth disease
Provincial Mnemonic
PARB19ABM
LOINC Test Code
7981-4
Description and Primary Use
Serology to diagnose acute Parvovirus infection
Reorder interval
None
TAT
96 hours
Test Cost
Not Determined
Tier
2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

Minimum volume 0.6ml

Required Consultations
None
Algorithms and Guidelines

None

Special Patient Preparation

None

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements

Serum

Criteria for Rejection

None

Laboratory Service Area
Microbiology
Performing Laboratory / Site
PHML only
Last Updated
05-Jun-18