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Post Vascetomy, Spermatozoa, Qualitative : 3187
Test CodePVASQL or 3187
CPT Codes
89321
Transport Container
Collect entire ejaculate into a sterile wide-mouth plastic container. Note date and time of collection. The specimen should be delivered to the lab as soon as possible following collection. Minimum volume: 1 mL
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours from time of collection; Refrigerated: Not acceptable; Frozen: Not acceptable
Methodology
Microscopic examination
FDA Status
FDA
Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday
Report Available
1 day
Reference Range
None seen
Clinical Significance
The American Urological Association recommends a waiting period of 8 to 16 weeks post vasectomy as the appropriate period for the first post vasectomy semen analysis. Specimen should be collected by masturbation. Patient should not have ejaculated for 2-7 days prior to submission of specimen or as doctor has directed.
Performing Laboratory
med fusion
