Rectal HPV mRNA E6/E7, with Reflex to Genotypes, 16, 18/45

Message
To collect an anal-rectal sample, a wetted, non-lubricated Dacron/Polyester swab is used. The Dacron/Polyester swab is inserted about 3 cm (oruntil resistance is met) into the anal canal past the anal verge, into the rectal vault. This is Done without visualization of the anal canal. Firm lateralpressure is applied to the swab handle as it is rotated and slowly moved in and out. Slowly withdraw swab from the anal canal. Swish the swabvigorously in PreservCyt® fluid in the ThinPrep® vial. Discard the swab. Cap and tighten the ThinPrep® vial. Follow the same procedure if using a brush to collect an anal-rectal sample. Avoid using cotton swab on a wooden stick because the handle maybreak and splinter during collection. Swab that is grossly contaminated with feces should be discarded and the collection repeated. Ambulatory Transport Temperature to Inova Central Lab: AmbientSpecimen Stability: 30 days


Test Code
LAB17661 HPVRC


Alias/See Also
HPVRC


CPT Codes
87624

Includes
Includes: If HPV mRNA E6/E7, Rectal is Detected, then HPV Genotypes 16, 18/45, Anal-Rectal will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s):87625). @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@


Instructions
Preferred Testing Volume: 3 mL Dacron/Polyester swab collected in Liquid Cytology (PreservCyt®) Preservative (ThinPrep®) Minimum Testing Volume: 1.5 mL Dacron/Polyester swab collected in Liquid Cytology (PreservCyt®) Preservative (ThinPrep®) Transport Temperature: Ambient Stability: Ambient: 30 daysRefrigerated : 28 daysFrozen: UnacceptablePerforming Lab: Quest SJCICL or Main Lab Specimen Team Only: If specimen is being shared with Inova Cytology, send to Cytology first before sending out to reference labs.


Report Available
9-Days


Clinical Significance
1230171433



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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.