Parvovirus B19 Flashcards
1
Q
hallmark
A
virus that causes rash and arthritis
2
Q
presentation
A
erythema infectiosum (slapped cheek disease) acute arthritis, wrists as rash fades
3
Q
complications
A
spontaneous abortion
aplastic crises (drop in Hb)
anaemia
4
Q
diagnosis
A
antibody testing for parvovirus B19 IgM