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General
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Clinical Use:
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Adjunctive diagnostic testing for human parvovirus B19.
Serology is the recommended primary diagnostic test for parvovirus in immunocompetent patients.
PCR is recommended for testing in immunocompromised patients, and may aid in diagnosis in immunocompetent patients.
Serum and EDTA blood are suitable specimen types. Testing can also be performed on amniotic fluid or products of conception. |
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Availability:
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Testing is performed Monday to Saturday, with results usually available within 48-72h of receipt by the testing lab. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| B19 PCR, Erythrovirus PCR, Human Parvovirus PCR, |
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Code:
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VPARV |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Reference Interval:
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Sterile PCR Container (STERIPCR), |
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Sample Type:
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Whole Blood (EDTA); Serum; Amniotic Fluid; Products of Conception |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Dedicated sample required. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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250uL |
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Stability:
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1 week chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Molecular Diagnostics |
Microbiology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4402 |
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Last Updated : 12-12-2023 11:58 |