- 5227
PAP with Age-Based Screening Protocols
Specimen:
Collect
- Gynecological Sample in ThinPrep PreservCyt Media
Submit
- Gynecological Sample in ThinPrep PreservCyt Media. Submit Ambient.
Special Handling
- State Source
Follow manufacturer's guidelines for sample collection.
Patient's age will determine which add on tests are performed. Patient age: 21-24 will include a GC/CT and a reflex to HPV if Pap is ASCUS; 25-29 will include a reflex to HPV if Pap is ASCUS; 30-65 will include an HPV and a reflex to Genotyping if the HPV is positive. Additional charges will apply.
Stability
Ambient: 1 Month(s); Refrigerated: 1 Month(s); Frozen: Unacceptable; Incubated: Unacceptable
Methodology
- Target Amplified Nucleic Acid Probe
- ThinPrep processing system
Performed
Mon-Fri
Reported
3-6 Day(s)
CPT Codes
- 88175
Components
- 5227 - PAP, AGE-BASED
Last Updated: September 16, 2024 @ 9:13 am
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