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HelpTest Code LAB3934 Vulvovaginal Candida and Trichomonas Nucleic Acid Detection
Synonyms
Candidiasis, Trichomoniasis, Vaginitis
Description
The Aptima® CV/TV assay is an in vitro nucleic acid amplification test for the detection of RNA from microorganisms associated with vulvovaginal candidiasis and trichomoniasis. The assay utilizes real time transcription-mediated amplification (TMA) to detect and qualitatively report results for the following organisms:
• Candida species group (C. albicans, C. tropicalis, C. parapsilosis, C.dubliniensis)
• Candida glabrata
• Trichomonas vaginalis
Results are qualitatively reported as positive, negative or indeterminant based on a proprietary algorithm.
For additional testing for bacterial vaginosis, see also Bacterial Vaginosis Nucleic Acid Detection [BVAGAD].
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
87481, 87661
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: |
Vulvovaginal Candida and Trichomonas Nucleic Acid Detection |
| Reference Test Number: | CVTVAD |
| Instructions: |
Send out daily with the UW courier. |