Test Name: Trichomonas
Methodology: RNA - Hologic Panther
Test Description
This assay is a qualitative nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) for the detection of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) from Trichomonas vaginalis.
Specimen Requirements
Acceptable specimen collection/transport containers are:
• ThinPrep® Pap Vial
• SimpleSwab™
• BD eSwab
• APTIMA® Specimen Transfer Tube containing 1 ml of ThinPrep® or SurePath™ Pap Vial contents (vortex vial before transfer)
• APTIMA® Unisex Swab
• APTIMA® Vaginal Swab
Storage and Transport
Specimens can be shipped and stored at 2 - 30°C. If shipping temperatures exceeding 30°C are anticipated, use cool plack. Viability after transfer to collection/transport tube is:
• ThinPrep® Pap Vial: 30 days
• APTIMA® Specimen Transfer Tube: 14 days containing SurePath™ aliquot, 30 days containing ThinPrep® aliquot
• APTIMA® Unisex Swab: 30 days
• APTIMA® Vaginal Swab: 30 days
• SimpleSwab™: 12 Days
• BD eSwab: 12 Days
Specimen Rejection Criteria
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Turn Around Time (TAT): 2 - 4 Days
CPT Codes*: 87661
*The CPT codes provided with our Test Descriptions are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. Correct CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed.