Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Genotypes 16 and 18/45 by Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA), ThinPrep HPVGEN
| Method(s) | Qualitative Transcription-Mediated Amplification |
|---|---|
| Specimen Required | |
| Collect | Cervical specimen with the ThinPrep Pap Test Collection Kit |
| Transport | Refrigerated |
| Remarks | Females should avoid high concentrations of antifungal cream or contraceptive jelly, and should not douche prior to time of collection. Specimen source required. |
| Stability | ThinPrep PreservCyt solution: Ambient: 1 month; Refrigerated: 1 month; Frozen: 2 years |
| Unacceptable Conditions | Specimens in any media other than indicated above. |
| Schedule | Wed, Fri |
| Billing Code | 5011599 |
| CPTCode | 87625 |
| Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s) | |
| Reference Interval | |
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Negative |
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