Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) High Risk DNA, SurePath LBC, Cervical brush from SurePath Liquid-Based Pap Test

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) High Risk DNA, SurePath LBC

Order Code:	HPVIND
Order Form:	Microbiology/Molecular Pathology Infectious Disease Requisition

Specimen:

Cervical brush from SurePath Liquid-Based Pap Test

Collection Medium:

SurePath^TM collection devices

Minimum:

Collect and Transport: SurePath PAP specimen transport media collection device.

Rejection Criteria:

Vaginal specimens are not recommended because of limited clinical correlative data. Samples other than cervical are not acceptable for children under age 12.

Testing Schedule:

Batch testing once per week, specimen must be recieved by noon on Wednesday.

Analytic Time:

5 working days

Reference Range:

Negative

Interpretive Data:

The high-risk HPV test detects HPV genotypes 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, and 68, which are associated with cervical cancer and its precursor lesions. However, cross-reactions with other genotypes may occur. Results should be correlated with cytologic and histologic findings. Sensitivity may be affected by cellularity of specimen.

Comments:

Specimen must be transported in SurePath Liquid-Based Pap Test: HPV specimen transport medium.

Methodology:

Hologic, Inc. Invader assay

Sample Storage:

Refrigerate.

Transport Instructions:

Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.

CPT Code:

87621