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| Organization: | Alberta Precision Laboratories | ||
| Message Alert: | PLEASE NOTE: This Test Directory is in an interim state and due to changes pertaining to the DynaLIFE transition, performing site for routing has not been updated. Please refer to Laboratory Information System for appropriate routing. | ||
| Test Name/Synonym: | Parvovirus B19 Infection - (Synonyms: Human Parvovirus, Fifth Disease, Parvovirus B19, Hydrops fetalis, Aplastic anemia) Public Health (ProvLab) | ||
| Test Includes: | Serology Molecular (PCR) | ||
| Specimen Collection Requirements: | Suspected acute disease Serology
For suspected congenital Parvovirus B19 infection See: Congenital Infections | ||
| Test Resources: |
IgM will only be performed if clinical history of suspected rash illness or acute infection is provided on the requisition. Clinical history is required for Parvovirus PCR test. | ||
| Processing: | Samples should be sent to the ProvLab with minimal delay, or stored at 4° C in a fridge if a delay is unavoidable. | ||
| Testing Area: | Serology: Virology Molecular (PCR): Molecular Diagnostics | ||
| Performing Site: | Serology: Provincial Laboratory for Public Health (Edmonton and Calgary) Molecular (PCR):Provincial Laboratory for Public Health (Calgary) | ||
| Additional Test Information: | For immunocompromised patients, e.g. transplant recipients, the IgM serological response may be absent. Suspected parvovirus infection, usually in the form of chronic anemia or neutropenia, can be diagnosed by PCR testing of a bone marrow aspirate. | ||
| Contact Comments: | Consult with Microbiologist/Virologist On Call if molecular testing is required on samples other than whole blood or bone marrow. | ||
| Last Updated On: | Friday, July 5, 2024 | ||
| Date of Last Review: | Dec 29 2023 12:00AM | ||
