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HelpTest Code PVG1 Parvovirus B19 IgG
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red Top
Volume: 6.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.0 mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 week |
| Refrigerate | 1 week |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 5 - 14 days
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Testing Laboratory
Department of Pathology
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road
Singapore 169608
63214950
Useful For
For the detection of Parvovirus B19 DNA in parvovirus-associated syndromes such as arthropathy in adults, transient aplastic crises in patients with haematologic abnormalities, severe anaemia in immunocompromised patients and fetal loss in pregnancy.
Service Code
33156
Update
Last updated 12/04/2022