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Wet Prep

Message
Test performed at York Hospital Laboratory.

Detects the presence of Trichomonas, yeast, clue cells, WBCs, and RBCs.
Specimens received by the performing lab after 30 minutes will not be evaluated for Trichomonas.


Test Code
WET


CPT Codes
87210

Preferred Specimen
Swab of vaginal discharge in 1 mL saline


Transport Container
Sterile Container, Leak-Proof


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: Not recommended
Frozen: Not recommended


Methodology
Microscopic Examination

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Next Day
Available STAT 1/2 Hour


Reference Range
Trichomonas: Negative
Yeast: Negative
Clue Cells: Negative
WBCs: Negative
RBCs: Negative


Clinical Significance
The wet mount test is a test to detect an infection of the vagina that does not involve the urinary tract.




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.