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Vaginal PCR Panel (Outpatient only) 

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


Test Code
VAGPN


Alias/See Also
LAB0001563


CPT Codes
81514

Includes
Bacterial vaginosis, Candida, Trichomonas vaginalis


Preferred Specimen
Follow the package instructions for the BD Molecular Swab Kit. 

FSM #: 40019495


Patient Preparation
Follow the package instructions for the BD Molecular Swab Kit. Self-collection is acceptable. 

Instructions
Follow the package instructions for the BD Molecular Swab Kit. 


Transport Container
Use BD Molecular Swab Collection Kit with Sample Buffer Tube. 


Transport Temperature
2-30oC


Specimen Stability
21 days Room temp or Refrigerated
 


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
 Specimen collected in incorrect collection kit


Methodology
PCR 

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Within 24 hours 


Limitations
Test is not validated for patients under 18 years of age. 
Use of creams, gels, and lubricants may interfere with molecular testing. 


Reference Range
See Patient Report for Reference Ranges


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.