Parvovirus B19 DNA, Quantitative Real‑Time PCR
Also known as: Fifth Disease, Slapped Cheek Rash
Use
Quantitative detection of Parvovirus B19 DNA in plasma, serum, whole blood, amniotic fluid or supernatant, facilitating diagnostic evaluation for active B19 infection and monitoring viral load for management purposes.
Special Instructions
Not available for New York patient testing. Performing site: Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, Chantilly; pricing applies to former code 19724X [18269] as negotiated.
Limitations
Bone marrow is no longer acceptable. Reference range: Not Detected; semiquantitative in copies/mL and log copies/mL. Limitations include inability to detect below assay sensitivity threshold and potential matrix-specific interference.
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 86003242
- 86029520
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
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