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Parvovirus IgM

Parvovirus B19 Antibody Response
In response to a parvovirus B19 infection, the body produces two types of antibodies: IgM and IgG.

Role of IgM Antibodies
IgM antibodies are the first to appear during an active parvovirus infection. Their presence typically indicates a recent or current infection.

What is Parvovirus B19?
Parvovirus B19 is a widespread human virus associated with several clinical conditions, including:

Erythema infectiosum (commonly known as fifth disease)

Arthropathy (joint pain or inflammation)

Transient aplastic crisis (a temporary halt in red blood cell production.

 

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