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HelpTest Code HPVLR Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Low Risk, In Situ Hybridization
Shipping Instructions
Attach the green "Attention Pathology" address label (T498) to the outside of the transport container before putting into the courier mailer.
Necessary Information
A pathology/diagnostic report and a brief history are required.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Pathology Packaging Kit (T554)
Specimen Type: Tissue
Container/Tube: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope
Collection Instructions: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block; or 5 unstained glass, "positively charged" slides with 4-microns, formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:
-Oncology Test Request (T729)
-Immunohistochemical (IHC)/In Situ Hybridization (ISH) Stains Request (T763)
Useful For
Detection of human papillomavirus from low-risk genotypes (6, 11)
Method Name
In Situ Hybridization (ISH)
Reporting Name
HPV Low-Risk ISHSpecimen Type
SpecialSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special | Ambient (preferred) | ||
| Refrigerated | |||
Reject Due To
| Wet/frozen tissue Cytology smears Nonformalin fixed tissue Nonparaffin embedded tissue Noncharged slides ProbeOn slides |
Reject |
Clinical Information
Human papillomavirus infections with low-risk genotypes (6, 11) can cause benign hyperplasia, such as condylomas and papillomas.
Reference Values
Results are reported as positive or negative for types 6 and 11.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
5 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
88365-Primary
88364-If additional in situ hybridization