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Test Code 0203414 Human Papillomavirus w/Genotyping, High-Risk Types, PCR

Methodology

in vitro Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT)

Performing Laboratory

Alomere Health Hospital Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

Preferred: PreservCyt® Fixative

1. Vigorously remove adherent cellular material from collection device directly into PreservCyt® fixative. Collection device (brush, spatula or cervical broom) should be discarded after use. ThinPrep Pap slides will be prepared at Alomere Health Pathology.

2. Label PreservCyt® container with patient identification and specimen source.

3. Specify specimen source, list LMP and complete questionnaire on requisition. Remember to label all containers.

4. Complete a “Cytology Examination Request Form” in “Forms” in “Special Instructions” and forward it with the specimen.

 

 

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Reference Values

Negative results indicate HPV E6/E7 mRNA from high-risk subtypes 16,18,31,33,35,39,45,51,52,56,58,59,66, and 68 was not detected

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87624 - HPV High-Risk types

87625 - Human Papillomavirus Types 16 & 18/45 only (if appropriate)