MIDL Trichomonas Vaginalis Detection by PCR ()
Department: Molecular Infectious Disease
Test Synonym(s): LAB5930, MIDL PCR Trich, Trichomonas, Wet Prep, Vaginitis
CPT Codes: 87661
Reference Range: Not detected
Tube Type: Aptima Swab Collection Kit, Thin Prep vial, Aptima Urine Collection Kit
Specimen: Thin prep, Endocervial and vaginal swabs collected in MTS (multi-test swab), urine
Alternate Specimen: Aptima Multitest Specimen Collection Kit
Volume: >2 mL urine, 1 mL Thin Prep liquid
Minimum Volume: 2 mL urine, 1 mL Thin Prep liquid
Temperature: 2-30C
Stability: Aptima Swab: 60 days; Thin Prep vial: 30 days
Reasons for Rejection: Quantity not sufficient (QNS)
Days Performed: Tuesday, Thursday
TAT: >72 hours
Special Instructions: Please note the following special collection instructions for each specimen. Cervix: Aptima, Thin Prep: Thin Prep (Preservcyt), Vaginal: Aptima, Urine: Urine Clear vacutainer, Urethral: Aptima. Aptima MTS and Unisex swabs can only be used for Trichomonas testing. It is not acceptible for CT/NG testing, which requires a different collection kit. Please contact MIDL (615-936-6435)for additional information.
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