J791 : Anal GC on ThinPrep (Non NY)
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
Anal GC
Methodology:
Polymerase Chain Reaction
Clinical Utility:
For the detection of Anal Gonorrhea.
ORDERING:
Test Code:
J791-5
Turnaround Time:
5-7 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
3 mL Anal ThinPrep Vial
Collection:
Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
---|---|---|---|
Anal ThinPrep Vial | 1 | Room Temp | 21 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
ATP: Collect specimen, swish in Thin prep vial, label with pt name. Discard collection device.
Specimen Comment:
Anal Pap Sampling
Alternative Specimen:
Thinprep Tube
Billing:
CPT Codes:
87591 x 1
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