| 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
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Method
Flow cytometry; measures overexpression of E6/E7 mRNA in individual cells
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Schedule
Tues-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
24-48 hrs
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Instructions/Notes
Assure that lid is tightly closed to prevent leakage/test cancellation
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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.
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CPT Codes
88185,83908x2,88184,88365x2
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