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Test Code MVP Molecular Vaginitis Panel, PCR

Important Note

FULL PANEL INCLUDES: Bacterial Vaginosis; Candida spp; Candida glabrata/krusei; Trichomonas vaginalis

Additional Codes

LAB3560

Performing Lab

ProMedica North Campus Laboratory

Methodology

PCR

CPT

81515

Preferred Collection Container

Xpert Swab Transport Reagent

 

Specimen Type

Vaginal Swab

Collection Volume

1 Swab

Minimum Collection Volume

1 Swab

Transport

Room Temperature (2-30oC)

Rejection Criteria

Any swab other than vaginal; Any swab other than supplied in the collection kit; Unlabeled specimen; Any collection media other than supplied in the Xpert Swab Transport Reagent; Samples stored outside of the acceptable temperature range of 2-30° C; Specimens stored at 2-30° C for >21 days.

Specimen Storage and Stability

Up to 21 days at 2-30° C

Turn Around Time

24 Hours

Lab Department

Microbiology

Collection Instructions

Collect swab prior to pelvic, speculum, or bimanual exam. Do not use lubricants or other products containing substances such as carbomers. Gently slide the swab no more than 2 inches (5 cm) into the vagina. Rotate the swab for 10 to 30 seconds. Withdraw the swab without touching the skin outside the vagina. Unscrew the Pink Cap from the Xpert Transport Reagent, taking care not to contaminate the contents or the outside of the tube. Immediately after collection, insert the Xpert collection Swab into the tube so that the score mark is at the lip of the tube. Carefully break the shaft at the score mark and allow the swab to drop into the tube. Tightly re-cap the tube. Label tube with patient information, date, and time collected. Be careful not to obscure the barcodes on the tube.

Testing Volume

1 Swab

Stat Availability

No