Test Directory
642 Reveille E6/E7 (Cell transformation alert assay)
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Pap, Liquid-based ThinPrep or SurePath
21 calendar days
No Over-expression
Specimen Requirements
Pap, Liquid-based ThinPrep or SurePath
Method
Flow cytometry; measures overexpression of E6/E7 mRNA in individual cells
Schedule
Tues-Sat
Turn-Around Time
24-48 hrs
Instructions/Notes
Assure that lid is tightly closed to prevent leakage/test cancellation
Clinical Utility
Measures the over-expression of the E6/E7 HPV oncogenes in individual cells. These oncogenes are associated with the transformation of cervical cells to cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) and ultimately carcinoma.
CPT Codes
88185,83908x2,88184,88365x2
