Test Name: Parvovirus B19 DNA, Detection by PCR 
Alternate Test Names  
PLS Test Code VIEX  Laboratory Microbiology 
Specimen Blood  Analysis Performed On Plasma 
Container ACD tube  Container colour Yellow 
Multiple specimens  
Required Volume Adult (mL) Req Vol Paediatric (mL)
Reference Ranges  
Turnaround Time Routine 1 Week  Turnaround Time Urgent  
Turnaround Other  
Days test is performed By request  Transport 4 degrees C (On Ice) 
Special Requirements None. 
Patient Preparation None. 
Collection Instructions Venepuncture. 
Clinical Information Test can also be perfromed on amniotic fluid 
Sent to Reference Laboratory Yes 
Ref Laboratory Name Victorian Infectous Diseases Reference Laboratory, Tel: 03 9342 2600, Address: Melbourne Health, 10 Wreckyn Street, North Melbourne VIC 3051 
Estimated Patient Fee N/A 
Last Updated 01-Aug-2008 (Version: 1.01)