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HelpTest Code HPVHL Human Papillomavirus (HPV) High/Low Risk, In Situ Hybridization
Additional Testing Requirements
If additional interpretation or analysis is needed, request PATHC / Pathology Consultation along with this test.
Shipping Instructions
Attach the green pathology address label included in the kit to the outside of the transport container.
Necessary Information
A pathology/diagnostic report and a brief history are required.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Pathology Packaging Kit (T554)
Specimen Type: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block
Specimen Volume: Entire block
Specimen Type: Slides
Slides: 6 Unstained glass, positively charged slides with 5 (+ or - 1)-microns formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue
Additional Information: Broken or cracked unstained slides will be rejected. Stained slides that were broken and repaired (ie, double mounted) at the client site will not be rejected, as, in most cases, they can still be reviewed under the microscope. However, due to the double mounting, digital scanning cannot be performed.
Specimen Type
SpecialSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Special | Ambient (preferred) | |
| Refrigerated | ||
Reject Due To
| Wet/frozen tissue | Reject |
| Cytology smears | Reject |
| Non-formalin fixed tissue | Reject |
| Nonparaffin embedded tissue | Reject |
| Noncharged, ProbeOn or Snowcoat slides | Reject |
| Broken or cracked unstained slides | Reject |
| Broken or cracked stained slides that cannot be repaired | Reject |
Reference Values
Results are reported as positive or negative for types 6 and 11 (low risk), and 16, 18, 26, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 53, 56, 58, 59, 66, 68, 73, and 82(high risk).
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
5 to 7 daysSpecimen Retention Time
Until staining is complete.Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
88365-Primary
88364-If additional ISH