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HelpTest Code B19Q Parvovirus B19 DNA, Quant by PCR-Blood
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Epic EAP: LAB2734
Epic Description: PARVOVIRUS B19 DNA BY PCR, QUANTITATIVE
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
Primary Source: Blood
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
EDTA, Lavender |
3.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Alternate Source: whole blood
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
2.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Alternate | Yellow ACD | 2.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
30 days frozen
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge blood and aliquot plasma or serum into plastic vial. Freeze and transport on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.3 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, Referral code: 19724
Assay Frequency
Daily excluding Sunday
Routine Turnaround Time
1-5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge blood and aliquot plasma or serum into plastic vial. Freeze, transport on dry ice.
CPT Code Information
87799