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HPV Genotyping

Alias/Synonym: HPV GT

CPT Code: 87625

Includes:
HPV 16, 18, 45
Specimen Type, Preferred:
Vaginal Swab
Specimen Type, Alternate:
ThinPrep Pap
Sample Quantity, Preferred:
3mL
Sample Quantity, Minimum:
1mL
Transport Container:
PreservCyte vial
Transport Temperature:
Room temperature
Collection Instructions:
Rotate swab for 10 to 30 seconds to ensure swab touches vaginal wall.
Specimen Stability:
30 day(s)
Rejection Criteria:
Frozen
Clinical Significance:
Differentiates HPV 16 and 18/45 from HPV High-risk types.
Limitations:
Cannot differentiate between 18 and 45
Turnaround Time:
3-5 day(s)
Reference Ranges:
Negative