- HPVGT
HPV 16 & 18/45 Genotype
Specimen:
Test Code
HPVGT
Specimen Name
HPV 16 & 18/45 Genotype
Collect
Thin Prep Vial
Submit
Gynecological Sample in ThinPrep PreservCyt Media Ambient
Special Handling
Follow manufacturer's guidelines for sample collection.
Rejection Criteria
Cervical swabs in Digene HC Cervical Sampler; Cytyc media w/o cervical brush/broom; Swabs; Digene vials are not acceptable; Unprocessed SurePath vials are not acceptable; Vaginal Swabs
Stability
Ambient 1 Month; Refrigerated 1 Month; Frozen Unacceptable
Methodology
Target Amplified Nucleic Acid Probe
ThinPrep processing system
Performed
Monday - Friday
Reported
1-3 days
CPT Codes
- 87625
Components
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Additional Information
Patient should avoid high concentrations of antifungal cream or contraceptive jelly, and should not douche prior to time of collection. Add on testing for PAP vials: Thin Prep - valid for 30 days from Collection
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Common Lab Definitions
- Serum
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