Parvovirus B19 IgM Antibody, Serum

Parvovirus B19 is an illness that usually affects children. It causes fifth disease which is mild rash disease characterized by fever, runny nose, headache, and rash. The infection spreads through respiratory secretions such as saliva and sputum. The test detects the presence of IgM antibodies produced by the parvovirus infection. This test is intended for patients with at least 7 days of symptoms or asymptomatic individuals with recent exposure to parvovirus B19.