Vaginal PCR panel (Inpatient, ED and Urgent care only)

Message
For the detection of DNA from species associated with bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis, and trichomoniasis. 


Test Code
MVAGP


Alias/See Also
LAB0001974


CPT Codes
0352U

Includes
Bacterial Vaginosis, Candida group species, Candida glabrata/Candida krusei (species not differentiated) and Trichomonas vaginalis. 


Preferred Specimen
Xpert Swab Specimen Collection Kit 


FSM #: 40014521

 


Instructions
Follow pachage insert for swab collection


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
60 days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Incorrect collection kit


Methodology
PCR

Setup Schedule
Set up 24/7


Report Available
Same day


Limitations

Use of creams, gels and lubricants may interfere with molecular testing. 


Reference Range
See Patient Report for Reference Rand and/or Interpretation of Results


Performing Laboratory
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health



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.