Vaginitis DNA Probe

Test Code
VAGPR


Includes
Trichomonas, Gardenerella, Candida spp.


Preferred Specimen
Vaginal Swab from collection kit only


Instructions
DNA Probe for Gardnerella Vaginalis, Trichomonas Vaginalis, and Candida spp. Detection limits: Neg=< 1 x 104 Candida; <2x 105 CFU G. Vaginalis; <5 x 103 Trichomonads.


Transport Container
AFFIRM regular or ambient collection kit


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
If ambient transport used, upto 72 hours




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.