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HPV Genotypes 16, 18/45, SurePath™ Vial
Test Code92392
CPT Codes
87625
Preferred Specimen
0.5 mL SurePath™ fluid collected in an Aptima® specimen transfer tube
Other Acceptable Specimens
0.5 mL SurePath™ fluid in SurePath™ collection vial
Instructions
Transfer 0.5 mL of SurePath® fluid into an Aptima® Transfer Tube (containing 2.9 mL STM) within 7 days of collection.
Client labs performing cytology and testing departments: transfer 0.5 mL of SurePath® solution into Aptima® Specimen Transfer Tube (green label).
Note: Cervical sources are required for HPV testing. If a vaginal source from a patient who has had a total hysterectomy with removal of cervix was submitted, please contact the testing laboratory for alternative testing options.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Not established
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Not established
Methodology
Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA)
FDA Status
The analytical performance characteristics of this assay have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. The modifications have not been cleared or approved by the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Tues-Sat; Report available: 1-3 days
Reference Range
Not detected
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20153