Cervical Screening Test - Self Collected (Swab) Test | Austin Pathology

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Cervical Screening Test - Self Collected (Swab)

Alternate Names	CST
Test Code	THINP
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Genital specimens
Container Type	Swab - PCR (Red top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	This test refers to asymptomatic screening (standard cervical screening), collected by a patient (self-collected). For symptomatic screening, please refer to: Oncogenic HPV and Genotype Detection by PCR. For clinician collected swabs, please refer to: Cervical Screening Test (CST) - Clinician Collected Swabs
Collection Instructions
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	CC
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception All samples are to be forwarded to Anatomical Pathology.
Laboratory Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department Samples returned for sendaway to VCS will be coded for HPVSC by Anatomical Pathology Staff only. These tests are to be referred under this code, not MISCSO.
External Laboratory	Victorian Cytology Service
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)