Test Code PARVVP Parvovirus B19 by PCR, QUANTITATIVE (Viracor), PLASMA
Additional Codes
Test ID |
PARVVP |
EPIC Test ID |
LAB4451 |
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube Type:
Lavender (EDTA)
Yellow (ACD)
Collection Information:
4-5 mL whole blood. Centrifuge and transfer 2 mL plasma to sterile, screw top tube
Minimum Sample Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated Stability:
8 days
Frozen Stability:
60 days
Ambient Stability:
4 days
Report Availibility
Analytical Time:
Same day as receipt (within 8 to 12 hours of receiving specimen)
Methodology
PCR
Unacceptable Conditions
Specimens beyond their acceptable length of time from collection as listed in the specimen handling, specimens received in trap containers or specimen types other than those listed.