Cytology, ThinPrep Pap Test and Human Papillomavirus (HPV), High Risk with 16 and 18 Genotype by Nucleic Acid Amplification (NAA), ThinPrep (for routine co-testing in women over 30) (Test on Delay as of 01/18/23)
Ordering Recommendation
FDA-approved test for cotesting at 5-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 Nucleic Acid Amplification (NAA), ThinPrep (3003005).
Mnemonic
Methodology
Microscopy
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
1-7 days
If reflexed, add 1-2 days.
New York DOH Approval Status
Specimen Required
Transport cervical specimen in the original collection kit.
Ambient
Specimens not collected in a ThinPrep Pap Test collection vial or specimens submitted in an expired collection vial.
Ambient: 3 weeks; Refrigerated: 3 weeks; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval
Interpretive Data
Refer to report.
FDA
Note
In addition to the ThinPrep Pap Test, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), High Risk with 16 and 18 Genotype by Nucleic Acid Amplification (NAA), ThinPrep (ARUP test code 3003005) 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; 87624
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
2000530 | ThinPrep Pap Specimen Source | |
2000531 | Clinical History |
Aliases
- Cytology
- Pap
- Pap Smear
- Thin Prep reflex HPV
- ThinPrep
- ThinPrep Pap
- ThinPrep Pap and HPV HR E6/E7
- ThinPrep Pap Test with reflex to HR HPV
- ThinPrep Reflex to HPV