Human Papillomavirus (HPV) DNA Detection with Genotyping 16, 18, High-Risk Types by PCR, Thin Prep




Test Mnemonic

HPVHRT

CPT Codes

  • 87624 - QTY (1)

Aliases

  • High-Risk HPV
  • HPV DNA

Performing Laboratory

Cleveland Clinic Laboratories


Specimen Requirements

Volume Type Container Collect Temperature Transport Temperature Special Instructions
OneCervicalPreservCytAmbientAmbientCervical specimens collected in PreservCyt solution using an endocervical brush/spatula. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for collecting cervical specimens.

Alternate Specimen Requirements

Volume Type Container Collect Temperature Transport Temperature Special Instructions
OneVaginalPreservCytAmbientAmbientVaginal specimens collected in PreservCyt solution using an endocervical brush/spatula. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for collecting cervical specimens.

Stability

Environmental Condition Description
AmbientCervical specimens collected in PreservCyt solution can be stored at 2-30 degrees C for up to 6 months after the date of collection.
RefrigeratedCervical specimens collected in PreservCyt solution can be stored at 2-30 degrees C for up to 6 months after the date of collection.
FrozenPreservCyt specimen should not be frozen

Days Performed

Mon - Fri

Turnaround Time

5 - 7 days

Methodology

Name Description
Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction 

Clinical Info

This is a qualitative test for the detection of HPV in cervical or vaginal specimens. The test specifically identifies HPV type 16 and HPV type 18 while concurrently detecting the other HPV high-risk types (31,33,35,39,45,51,52,56,58,59,66 and 68). This test does not detect HPV low-risk types.