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Bacterial Vaginosis Nugent Gram Stain : 1003995
Test CodeNUGENT or 1003995
Alias/See Also
Graded Gram Stain for Bacterial Vaginosis; Nugent Score
CPT Codes
87205
Instructions
An air dried smear prepared by rolling a swab over the surface of the vaginal wall. The swab is then rolled over the surface of a microscope slide and the slide is allowed to air dry. (Client supply (Nugent Collection Kit ) # B30175)
Transport Container
Submit the slide in a slide carrier.
Transport Temperature
Ambient.
Specimen Stability
Slide: at least 7 days once dry
Methodology
Graded Gram Stain using the method of Nugent
Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday
Report Available
1-3 days
Reference Range
Normal: bacterial morphotypes consistent with normal vaginal flora
An interpretive message based upon the Nugent Score will be reported. Also reported: the presence of clue cells, Trichomonads, or yeast. .However, Trichomonas vaginalis RNA by TMA (test code TRICHV) is the most sensitive means of diagnosing Trichomonas infections. Tests specifically for Chlamydia and Neisseria gonorrhoeae should be ordered separately.
An interpretive message based upon the Nugent Score will be reported. Also reported: the presence of clue cells, Trichomonads, or yeast. .However, Trichomonas vaginalis RNA by TMA (test code TRICHV) is the most sensitive means of diagnosing Trichomonas infections. Tests specifically for Chlamydia and Neisseria gonorrhoeae should be ordered separately.
Clinical Significance
Provides laboratory evidence for the presence or absence of bacterial vaginosis. The graded gram stain is still considered the gold standard for recognition of bacterial vaginosis.
Performing Laboratory
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