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HelpTest Code LAB3933 Bacterial Vaginosis Nucleic Acid Detection
Synonyms
BV, BVAG, vaginitis, vaginosis
Description
Nucleic acid amplification test that utilizes real time transcription-meditated amplification (TMA) for detection of and quantification of ribosomal RNA from bacteria associated with bacterial vaginosis (BV), including Lactobacillus (L. gasseri, L. crispatus and L. jensenii), Gardnerella vaginalis, and Atopobium vaginae.
Results are qualitatively reported as positive, negative or indeterminant based on a proprietary algorithm.
To test for both Candida and Trichomonas, see Vulvovaginal Candida and Trichomonas Nucleic Acid Detection [CVTVAD]. For Trichomonas only, see Trichomonas vaginalis Amplified Nucleic Acid Detection [TRICAD].
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Vaginal Swab
Container(s): APTIMA Multitest Swab specimen collection kit
Preferred Vol: N/A
Minimum Vol: N/A
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Swabs collected in non-APTIMA tube
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: RT
Storage Location: Place samples in the room temperature Send Outs rack.
Off-site collection: Transport to the main lab at room temperature.
Stability
| Temp | Time |
| Room temp | 30 d |
| Refrigerated | 30 d |
| Frozen | N |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | 6 days/week, Monday-Saturday | 1 - 2 d (results late in the day) |
Performing Laboratory
Harborview Medical Center
Clinical Microbiology Laboratory
325 9th Avenue, Room GWH 47
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone Number: Microbiology Lab - (206) 744-5858; UW Client Support Services - (206) 520-4600
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Methodology
Nucleic Acid Amplification
CPT Codes
87801
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: |
Bacterial Vaginosis Nucleic Acid Detection |
| Reference Test Number: | BVAGAD |
| Instructions: |
Send out daily with the UW courier. |