Trichomonas vaginalis RNA, Qualitative, TMA

Message
Submit one of the samples below: Vaginal Swab: Follow instructions in the Aptima(R) Multitest Collection Kit (orange label). En Docervical Swab: Follow instructions in the Aptima(R)Unisex Swab Specimen Collection Kit (white label). Excess mucus should be removed prior to sampling.


Test Code
LAB8868 TVAGQ


Alias/See Also
TVAGQ


CPT Codes
87661

Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@


Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): N/A Minimum Testing Volume: 1 Swab Transport Temperature: Ambient Stability: Ambient: 60 daysRefrigerated : 60 daysFrozen: 6 months Causes for Rejection: Transport tubes with 2 swabsTransport tubes with non-Aptima(R) swabsSwab transport tubes with no swabSpecimens in broken container sSwab submitted in viral transport mediaPap vials


Report Available
3-Days


Clinical Significance
1230171362



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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