Additional Info:
The presence of E6/E7 messenger RNA from 14 high risk HPV types
Useful For:
HPV is the causative agent of cervical dysplasia and cervical carcinoma.
Methodology: Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Specimen Requirements: Collect specimen prior to colposcopy.
“Thin Prep”
Collect specimen using a broom-type collection device and place in Thin Prep PreservCyt solution according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (8.1 mL container; minimum 4.1 mL) Store specimen at room temperature after collection.
Cervical Sample
Collect using Aptima Tube swab.
Vaginal samples are unacceptable for the in-house test. If Vaginal sample, please order ACL test HPV E6/E7 Post-Hyster, Vaginal MMC Code HPVVAG
Analytical Time: 7 days
Days Set Up: Friday
CPT Information:
87624