Test Code LSU: TVDNA Trichomonas vaginalis DNA, Urine
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB7515
Epic Description: TRICHOMONAS, URINE, AMP
Specimen Type
Urine
Specimen Required
Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
---|---|---|---|
Preferred |
Roche Cobas Urine container |
Within the fill line | Within the fill line |
Patient Instructions/Preparation
Collect first catch; not midstream.
Specimen Stability
7 days refrigerated
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Collect first catch urine. Transport at room temperature. Samples collected in urine collection devices can be held at room temperature.
Aliquot Requirements
Urine
Optimum 5.0 mL
Minimum 1.0 mL
Performing Lab
Ochsner LSU Shreveport Molecular Lab
Assay Frequency
Monday-Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
Storage Requirements
Urine must be transferred to Roche urine collection device within 24 hours of collection.
CPT Code Information
87661