Gynecologic Pap Test (Image-guided), Liquid-based Preparation and Chlamydia/Gonococcus/Trichomonas and Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Types 1 and 2, NAA
Use
Diagnose primary or metastatic neoplasm; detect Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Trichomonas vaginalis; detect and type active HSV shedding.
Special Instructions
Ensure to include essential patient information such as date of birth, Social Security number, previous malignancy, drug therapy, radiation therapy, last menstrual period (LMP), postmenopausal patient (PMP), surgery details, exogenous hormones, abnormal vaginal bleeding, abnormal Pap results, IUD, and any other pertinent clinical information on the cytology test request form.
Limitations
Inadequate ectocervical, endocervical, or vaginal cell populations are suboptimal for evaluation, and excessive use of lubricating jelly on the vaginal speculum can interfere with cytologic examination leading to unsatisfactory results. Testing for Chlamydia, Gonococcus, and Trichomonas requires special procedures and cannot be added post-submission due to cytology specimen processing constraints. Cross-specimen contamination risk increases with the use of transport devices for molecular testing.
Methodology
PCR-based (Nucleic Acid Amplification)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 47528-5
- 19764-0
- 19773-1
- 16130-7
- 16131-5
Result Turnaround Time
3-8 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Cervical Swab
Volume
ThinPrep® vial or ThinPrep® vial with optional additional Aptima® swab collection kit
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
ThinPrep® vial or ThinPrep® vial and Aptima® swab collection kit
Collection Instructions
For ThinPrep®: Use broom-like or brush/spatula technique as per detailed instructions. For additional swab collection, use Aptima® swab collection kit ensuring proper handling and placement.
Patient Preparation
Avoid douches 48 to 72 hours before examination. Do not collect specimen during or shortly after menstrual period.
Storage Instructions
Store at room temperature. Pap processing must be done within 21 days; test specimens for other organisms within 7 to 60 days based on the transport medium.
Causes for Rejection
Improper collection, inadequate specimen, improper labeling, leakage, insufficient quantity, name discrepancies, wrong specimen type or expired vial, frozen specimens, and timed-out specimens.