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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB4389 Vaginitis/Vaginosis Panel PCR
Test Information
A multiplex molecular-based vaginitis/vaginosis assay to aid in the diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis, vaginal candidiasis and Trichomonas vaginalis in one test.
This test is intended for women with signs/symptoms of vaginitis or vaginosis.
Reportable targets:
- Candida spp. Group (C. albicans, C. tropicalis, C. parapsilosis, C. dublinensis)
- Candida glabrata (can be azole resistant)
- Trichomonas vaginalis
- BV (based on algorithm targeting Lactobacillus spp, Gardnerella vaginalis, and Atopobium vaginae)
Collection Information
Vaginal Clinician Collected Guide (Multitest swab transport)
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Varies | AptimaSw | 0.5 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: N/A
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated: 2ºC to 30ºC
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Post
Ambient: 30 days
Refrigerate: 7 days
Frozen: 60 days
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS | 46999-9 |
| CANDIDA GLABRATA PCR | 101940-5 |
| CANDIDA SP GROUP | 47000-5 |
| TRICHOMONAS VAGINALIS PCR | 6568-0 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
3 Days
CPT Code(s)
81513
87481
87661
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)