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BV/Vaginitis Panel

Message
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Test Code
BVVAF


Alias/See Also
74555


CPT Codes
87660;87510;87480

Includes
Includes: Trichomonas, Gardnerella, Candida


Preferred Specimen
Vaginal Swab from the posterior fornix and the vaginal wall.


Instructions
Place swab immediately in the AFFIRM Ambient Transport device. Break ampule prior to transport.


Transport Container
AFFIRM Ambient Transport Swab


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
 


Specimen Stability
3 days


Methodology
DNA Probe

Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday
BS


Report Available
1 day


Clinical Significance
G. vaginalis is associated (in concert with other organisms) with bacterial vaginosis. Trichomonas and candida species are known agents of vaginitis.


Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439


Last Updated: November 19, 2021


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.