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Alternative Names:

HPV PCR

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

HPV

Medicare rebatable:

Specimen Types:

Tissue
Swab

Container Types:

Fresh Tissue Pot
Dry Swab

Collection & Request Instructions:

Department Head authorisation required.

DO NOT collect samples in viral transport medium.

Vaginal lavages also acceptable specimen.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

By Arrangement

External Laboratory:

Royal Women's Hospital Laboratory Services

External Transport Instructions:

Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

Additional Notes:

Samples are batched. Long turnaround time for results expected.

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