Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA), SurePath
| CPT Code(s): | 87491;87591 |
| Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Cervical brush in SurePath liquid-based Pap test Media. Refer to "Sample Collection for the Diagnosis of STD" under Specimen Handling at www.reliancediagnosticslab.com for specific specimen collection and transport instructions. Specimen Preparation:Vortex SurePath media and transfer 1 mL to APTIMA Specimen Transfer Tube (RDL supply #42711) within 24 hours of collection. Available online through eSupply using RDL Connect™ or contact RDL Client Services at (888) 431-7474. To reduce the potential for contamination, SurePath specimens should be poured off, using sterile technique,into the APTIMA Specimen Transfer Tube prior to Cytology Testing. Storage/Transport Temperature:Refrigerated. Stability:SurePath Media: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: 1 week APTIMA Specimen Transfer Tube: Ambient: 2 weeks; Refrigerated: 1 month; Frozen: 1 month |
| New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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