HPV mRNA e6/e7, Rectal

Supply: Anal HPV Collection Kit - Special Order Request please contact Client Service Department

Preferred Specimen: 3 ml Dacron swab collected in Liquid Cytology (Preservcyt® (Thin Prep ®)) Vial

Preferred Volume: 3mL

Transport Container: Liquid Cytology (Preservcyt® (Thin Prep ®)) Vial

Transport Temperature: Room Temperature

Specimen Stability: Room Temperature: 30 days

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:To collect an anal-rectal sample, a wetted, non-lubricated Dacron swab is used. The Dacron swab is inserted about 3 cm (or until resistance is met) into the anal canal past the anal verge, into the rectal vault. This is done without visualization of the anal canal. Firm lateral pressure is applied to the swab handle as it is rotated and slowly moved in and out. Slowly withdraw swab from the anal canal. Swish the swab vigorously in Preservcyt® fluid in the Thinprep vial. Discard the swab. Cap and tighten the Thinprep vial. Follow the same procedure if using a brush to collect an anal-rectal sample. Avoid using cotton swab on a wooden stick because the handle may break and splinter during collection. Swab that is grossly contaminated with feces should be discarded and the collection repeated.

Rejection Criteria: Digene Vials, Surepath Vials, Received Frozen

For additional supply or collection device information, please contact DLO's Customer Service at (800) 891-2917, option 2.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the Payor being billed.