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

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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