CANDIDA, GARDERELLA, TRICHOMONAS SCREEN BY DNA PROBE

Synonyms: Bacterial Vaginosis screen
Computer Code: (AFFIRM)
Specimen Collection: Vaginal swab in Affirm Transport Media Kit.
Minimum Volume:
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Transport at room temperature up to 72 hours after collection.
Reference Values: Negative.
Lab Code: Microbiology
Requisition:
Test Frequency: Daily
Routine TAT: Routine
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 87660, 87510, 87480
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII