HPV RNA, Low and High Risk, ISH

Test Code

37730

CPT Codes
88364, 88365

Preferred Specimen

Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue in IHC specimen transport kit

Other Acceptable Specimens

11 unstained charged (+) slides submitted in IHC specimen transport kit

Instructions

Do not place labels with adhesive backing on slides. Use pencil or xylene-resistant pen to write on the frosted end of the slide only.

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: Indefinitely
Refrigerated: Indefinitely
Frozen: Unacceptable

Methodology
In-Situ Hybridization (ISH)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Set Up: Mon-Sat; Report Available: 2-5 days

Clinical Significance

HPV is the causative agent of cervical dysplasia and carcinoma. Selected low-risk and high-risk subtypes are assessed in tissue block.

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.