SurePath™ Pap and HPV mRNA E6/E7 Reflex Genotypes 16, 18/45

SurePath™ Pap and HPV mRNA E6/E7 Reflex Genotypes 16, 18/45

Test Code

16306
87624, 88142 (HCPCS: G0123)
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
16306
87624, 88142 (HCPCS: G0123)
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano | Quest Nichols Institute -San Juan Capistrano, CA. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.

Clinical Significance

SurePath™ Pap and HPV mRNA E6/E7 Reflex Genotypes 16, 18/45

Test Resources

None found for this test
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Test Details

Includes

  • SurePath™ Pap
  • HPV mRNA E6/E7 with Reflex to HPV Genotypes 16, 18/45
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  • Pap results requiring physician interpretation will be performed at an additional charge (CPT Code(s): 88141; HCPCS: G0124).
  • If the Pap is normal and the HPV mRNA E6/E7 is detected, then HPV Genotypes 16, 18/45 will be performed at an additional charge (CPT Code(s): 87625).

Methodology

Liquid Based-density Gradient Sedimentation • Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA)

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

Service Area must be determined
SurePath™ Pap
HPV mRNA E6/E7 with Reflex to HPV Genotypes 16, 18/45

Pap results requiring physician interpretation will be performed at an additional charge (CPT Code(s): 88141; HCPCS: G0124).
If the Pap is normal and the HPV mRNA E6/E7 is detected, then HPV Genotypes 16, 18/45 will be performed at an additional charge (CPT Code(s): 87625).

Methodology

Liquid Based-density Gradient Sedimentation • Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA)

Reference Range(s)

See Laboratory Report
Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

Pap sample collected in 1 SurePath™ pap vial

Minimum Volume

1 SurePath pap vial

Collection Instructions

For instructions refer to
//www.questdiagnostics.com/dms/Documents/Other/Specimen_Collection_and_Transport_Guide_2019.pdf

Note: Cervical sources are required for HPV testing. If a vaginal source from a patient who has had a total hysterectomy with removal of cervix was submitted, please contact the testing laboratory for alternative testing options.

Transport Container

1 SurePath pap vial

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

  • SurePath Pap
  • Room temperature: 28 days
  • Refrigerated: 6 months
  • Frozen: Unacceptable
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  • SurePath HPV
  • Room temperature: 7 days
  • Refrigerated: 7 days
  • Frozen: Unacceptable
  •  
  • SurePath Preservative in Aptima Transfer Tube
  • Room temperature: 7 days
  • Refrigerated: 7 days
  • Frozen: Unacceptable
  •  
  • Refer to local service area for specimen retention

Reject Criteria

SurePath vials without the head of the collection device(s) in the fluid • SurePath vials received frozen • Swabs • Cervical swabs in Digene® HC cervical sampler • Digene® vials

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined
Pap sample collected in 1 SurePath™ pap vial
1 SurePath pap vial

For instructions refer to
//www.questdiagnostics.com/dms/Documents/Other/Specimen_Collection_and_Transport_Guide_2019.pdf

Note: Cervical sources are required for HPV testing. If a vaginal source from a patient who has had a total hysterectomy with removal of cervix was submitted, please contact the testing laboratory for alternative testing options.

1 SurePath pap vial
Room temperature
SurePath Pap
Room temperature: 28 days
Refrigerated: 6 months
Frozen: Unacceptable

SurePath HPV
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

SurePath Preservative in Aptima Transfer Tube
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Refer to local service area for specimen retention
SurePath vials without the head of the collection device(s) in the fluid • SurePath vials received frozen • Swabs • Cervical swabs in Digene® HC cervical sampler • Digene® vials
Service Area must be determined
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano | Quest Nichols Institute -San Juan Capistrano, CA. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection is not available in your area through Quest Mobile.
Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

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