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HelpTest Code 19556 Cytology, Gynecologic, ThinPrep Pap Test
Performing Laboratory
NRL-Cytology
Methodology
Ancillary tests available from ThinPrep vial include:
1. Cytology, high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) test. Order ThinPrep Pap Test with Reflex to High Risk HPV or Thin Prep Pap Test with High Risk HPV. *PLEASE NOTE: HPV Genotyping will be performed when a PAP test is Negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy and the HPV results are positive, in a patient > age 30. This is compliant with current ACOG guidelines.*
2. Amplified nucleic acid testing for Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC) only, Chlamydia only, or GC/Chlamydia.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Cervix, endocervix, vagina
Container/Tube: Vial with PreservCyt solution
Specimen Volume: Adequate sampling
Collection Instructions:
1. Rinse appropriate collection devices into PreservCyt solution vial.
2. Label vial with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and actual time of collection, and source of specimen.
Forms: NetworkReferenceLab Cytology Request Form in Request Forms in Special Instructions.
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
5 working days
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Test Classification and CPT Coding
88175-Cytopathology, computer assisted screening
88141-Cytopathology, physician’s interpretation (if appropriate)