Human Papilloma Virus PCR (All Specimen Types) Test | Austin Pathology

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Human Papilloma Virus PCR (All Specimen Types)

Alternate Names	HPV PCR, Human Papilloma Virus NAD
Test Code	MISCSO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	See collection instructions
Container Type	Swab - PCR (Red top) Sterile Container
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	If this test is urgent please contact the Medical Microbiologist on 03 9496 5964 or phone the Microbiology Department on 03 9496 5295.
Collection Instructions	Please collect dry swab. VTM (viral transport media) swab is not accepted. The following specimens types are acceptable: Dry swab from throat, anus, penis, or lesion Biopsy - fresh tissue or in saline PreservCyt preservative (at least 2 mL sterile) Sections of paraffin embedded tissue
Transport Instructions	Transport refrigerated at 4°C
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	Contact Anatomical Pathology on 03 9496 5425 to confirm add on suitability.

Container ID	CM, CR, SWAB
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions This code is only to be used for all samples that are not collected from Female Genitalia. If the sample in question is a female genital swab for cervical screening, please refer to Cervical Screening Test (CST).
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Molecular Microbiology, Royal Children's Hospital
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)