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Test Code HPVH HPV DNA HIGH RISK

Additional Codes

Software Test Code
Label Text                                                 HPVH                                                                   
EPIC LAB263

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Useful For

Specifically identifying HPV 16 and HPV 18 genotypes, while concurrently detecting 12 other high risk HPV types (31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52. 56, 58, 59, 66 and 68) as one group

Method Name

Transcription Mediated Amplification (TMA)

Reference Values

Negative

Days and Times Test Performed

Tuesday and Friday

Report Available

1 Day

Specimen Type

Cervical

Preferred Container

ThinPrep® Collection Vial

Specimen Collection and Handling

THIN PREP® COLLECTION METHOD

1. Collect specimen as directed in the Thin Prep® package insert.

2. Place the specimen directly into a liquid medium PreservCyt® vial and mix vigorously to release material. PreservCyt® vial is supplied by NorDx.

3. Forward promptly to laboratory at ambient temperature.

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type: Cervical

Note: Thin Prep® vial stable at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 3 months.

Add On Capable

Yes

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

CPT Code Information

CPT Code

CPT Description

CPT Disclaimer
87624 Human Papillomavirus (HPV), high-risk types (eg. 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, 68)  

Performing Laboratory Location

NorDx Laboratories

Clinical Significance

Women who are HPV 16 and/or 18 positive have a significantly higher risk of harboring a high grade squamous lesion than women with non-16 or 18 high risk viral subtypes, regardless of cytology results. The Aptima® HPV assay is designed to enhance existing methods for the detection of cervical disease and should be used in conjunction with clinical information derived from other diagnostic and screening tests, physical examinations, and full medical history in accordance with appropriate patient management procedures.