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Test Code LABHPVGSF HPV Testing, Reflex to Cytology for All Positive Results

Synonym

  • HPVGSF
  • HPVCYT
  • HPV

Specimen Required

Preferred Container/Tube: Thin Prep PreservCyt Cervical Sample
Acceptable Container/Tube: Thin Prep PreservCyt Cervical Sample

Specimen Stability Information

Ambient: 6 months

Rejected Due To

  • Specimen collections from male patients
  • Anal PAP
  • Sample type other than female cervical specimens
  • Unacceptable container type
  • Bloody or dark brown Thin Prep specimens

Testing Algorithm

If HPV test is positive, then Cytology testing (THINP) will be performed at an additional charge.

Reflex Tests

Reporting Name Available Separately Always Reported
THINP Yes No

Interpretation

HPV Genotype 16: Negative

HPV Genotype 18: Negative

HPV Other High Risk Types: Negative

 

The assay detects HPV 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, 66, 68.

Method Description

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Performing Lab

Clinical Lab UH

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday (excludes OSU holidays)

Report Available

7 to 9 days

Reporting Name

HPV testing, reflex to cytology for all positive results

CPT Code Information

87624
G0476 (if appropriate)

LOINC Code Information

59263-4
59264-2
77375-4