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Test Code HPV PCR HPV PCR W 16/18 GENOTYPE

Methodology

The Cervista HPV HR test uses the Invader chemistry, a signal amplification method for detection of specific nucleic acid sequences. Cervista HPV HR Detects the DNA from 14 high-risk HPV types (16,18,31,33,35,39,45,51,52,56,58,59,66,and 68) in cervical specimens, however, it cannot determine the specific HPV type present.

 

The Cervista HPV HR test is indicated:

  1. 1. To screen patients with atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance (ASC-US) cervical cytology results to determine the need for referral to colposcopy.
  2. 2. In women 30 years and older, the Cervista HPV HR test can be used with cervical cytology to adjunctively screen to assess the presence or absence of high-risk HVP types. This information, together with the physician’s assessment of cytology history, other factors, and professional guidelines, may be used to guide patient management.

Specimen Requirements

Cervical specimen collected in ThinPrep® Solution.

 

Note:

Cervical specimens can be stored at room temperature (20-30° C) in ThinPrep®  solution for up to 8 weeks prior to performing the test.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Batched Daily

Maximum Laboratory Time

72  to 96 hours

Specimen Stability

Ambient

Refrigerated NO

Frozen NO

Reference Values

Negative

Note: An interpretive report will be provided.

Performing Laboratory

Logan Health Medical Center Laboratory

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87624