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HelpTest Code CVTV Candida Vaginitis and Trichomonas Vaginalis, Nucleic Acid Amplification RNA, Vaginal Swab
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Candida vaginitis and Trichomonas vaginalis
This test is not intended for use in medico-legal applications.
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see VAGPN / Vaginitis Panel, Molecular Detection, Amplified RNA, Vaginal Swab
Transcription-Mediated Amplification
Reporting Name
Candida/T. vaginalis Amplified RNASpecimen Type
VaginalSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vaginal | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | APTIMA VIAL |
| Frozen | 60 days | APTIMA VIAL | |
| Ambient | 30 days | APTIMA VIAL |
Reject Due To
| Incorrect swab Transport tube containing more than 1 swab |
Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see VAGPN / Vaginitis Panel, Molecular Detection, Amplified RNA, Vaginal Swab
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 dayPerforming Laboratory
MCHS- La Crosse LabTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
87481 x2
87661
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CVTV | Candida/T. vaginalis Amplified RNA | 92703-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 622346 | Candida species, Amplified RNA | 94422-3 |
| 622347 | Candida glabrata, Amplified RNA | 94421-5 |
| 622348 | Trichomonas vaginalis Amplified RNA | 46154-1 |