Test Code VAGPCR Vaginosis PCR Panel
Specimen Type
Vaginal swab
Container
BD Affirm VPIII Ambient Swab
REFERENCE IMAGE
Minimum Volume
N/A
Stability
1 hour dry swab at 20-25°C
72 hours in Affirm VPIII Transport System at 20-25°C or 2-8°C
Transport system must be used if there will be >1 hour between collection and testing.
Transfer Instructions
Transport specimen at 20-25°C. Use transport system if >1 hour between collection and testing.
Expected Turn Around Time
1.5 hours
CPT
87480|87660|87149
Result Information
Result Code | Result Name |
CANDIDA | Candida species |
TRICHOV | Trichomonas vaginalis |
GARDNERV | Gardnerella vaginalis |