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Specimen Collection

HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Genotyping by PCR


Test Name
HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Genotyping by PCR
Test Code
HPVG
Specimen Type

DEDICATED molecular specimens are required for swab requests.

Fresh tissue/biopsy
Paraffin embedded tissue
Swab – mucosal (liquid based media and dry swab)
Cells collected in Thin Prep

Comments

Non cervical screen test only.

Medicare non-rebatable charge $130
   

Recommended transport/storage conditions

  • Cells collected in Thin Prep: Transport at room temperature up to 90 days, 2-8°C up to 90 days
  • Fresh Tissue/biopsy: 2-8oC for 3 days
  • Paraffin Embedded Tissue: <30oC (Room Temp)
  • Swab – mucosal: <30oC (Room Temp) for 3 days
    For Cervical screening tests (CST) refer HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Cervical Screening Test (CST) and send to VCS
Assay Performed

Molecular Microbiology
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Laboratory Hours: Monday – Friday 08:30 – 17:30 (excluding public holidays)

No afterhours service; if urgent testing is required, the requesting clinician is to contact on-call Clinical Microbiologist for advice via switchboard
Assay Frequency
Batch tested - every 4-6 weeks