Test Code PARVG Parvovirus B19 Antibodies, IgG, Serum
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see PARVS / Parvovirus B19 Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Information: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Serologic detection of recent or past parvovirus B19 infection using IgG antibodies
This test is not useful as a screening procedure for the general population.
Reporting Name
Parvovirus B19 Ab, IgG, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | Reject |
Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see PARVS / Parvovirus B19 Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Serum.
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Performing Laboratory

Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86747
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
PARVG | Parvovirus B19 Ab, IgG, S | 29660-8 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
PARVG | Parvovirus B19 Ab, IgG, S | 29660-8 |