Cytology, SurePath Liquid-Based Pap Test with Reflex to Human Papillomavirus (HPV), High Risk with 16 and 18 Genotype by PCR, SurePath
Ordering Recommendation
Acceptable test for routine cervical cancer screening at 3-year intervals in individuals 25-65 years of age with a cervix. Preferred test is Human Papillomavirus (HPV), High Risk with 16 and 18 Genotype by PCR, SurePath (2011933).
New York DOH Approval Status
Specimen Required
Cervical specimen in a SurePath collection kit, Rovers Cervex-brush Kit (ARUP Supply #22216), PAP Perfect Plastic Spatula and Cytobrush Plus GT Collection Kit (ARUP Supply #41126), or Rovers Cervex-Brush Combi Collection Kit (ARUP Supply #45031) available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. For specific instructions refer to Specimen Collection and Handling.
Transport cervical specimen in the original collection kit.
Ambient
Specimens not collected in a SurePath collection vials. Specimens submitted in expired preservative collection vials. Collection vials received without the collection devices.
Ambient: 1 month; Refrigerated: 6 months; Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Microscopy
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
1-7 days
If reflexed, add 1-2 days.
Reference Interval
Interpretive Data
Refer to report.
FDA
Note
If the SurePath Pap Test is interpreted as atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance (ASC-US), then Human Papillomavirus (HPV), High Risk with 16 and 18 Genotype by PCR, SurePath (ARUP test code 2011933) will be performed and reported under a separate accession. Additional charges apply.
The Pap Test is a screening test for cervical cancer and its precursors with an inherent false-negative rate.
Store collection vials without cytologic samples at room temperature (15°C to 30°C). Do not use solution beyond expiration date marked on the vial.
Hotline History
CPT Codes
88142, if reviewed by pathologist add 88141. If reflexed add 87624.
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
2000507 | SurePath Pap Reflex Specimen Source | |
2000508 | SurePath Pap Reflex Clinical History |
Aliases
- HPV PCR
- Pap Test
- SurePath Pap reflex to HPV HR
- SurePath Pap Test
- SurePath Pap Test with reflex to HR HPV