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HelpTest Code CVRNA Candida Vaginitis, Nucleic Acid Amplification RNA, Vaginal
Necessary Information
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Vaginal
Supplies: Aptima Multitest Swab Collection Kit (T584)
Container/Tube: Aptima Multitest Swab
Specimen Volume: Swab
Collection Instructions:
1. Specimens must be collected using the Aptima Multitest Swab Collection Kit.
2. Insert swab (pink shaft) about 5 cm past introitus and rotate gently for 30 seconds.
3. Place swab into transport tube provided in collection kit. Snap off swab at score line so swab fits into closed tube.
4. Cap tube securely, and label tube with patient's entire name and collection date and time.
5. Maintain swab container at 2 to 30° C (refrigerate temperature is preferred) and transport within 30 days of collection. If longer storage is needed, freeze at -20 to -70° C up to 60 days.
Specimen Type
VaginalSpecimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vaginal | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | APTIMA VIAL |
| Frozen | 60 days | APTIMA VIAL | |
| Ambient | 30 days | APTIMA VIAL |
Reject Due To
| Incorrect swab Transport tubes containing more than one swab |
Reject |
Reference Values
Candida glabrata
Negative
Candida species group (C albicans, C tropicalis, C parapsilosis, C dubliniensis)
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87481