Infectious Disease

HPV mRNA e6/e7, Rectal

Test Code: 91932

CPT Code(s): 87624

Includes: HPV Mrna e6/e7, Rectal

Methodology: Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA)

Clinical Significance: The HPV mRNA E6/E7 test is used in conjunction with cytology to evaluate anal dysplasia.

Alternative Name(s): Human Papillomavirus

Rickettsia (RMSF) Antibodies (IgG, IgM) with Reflex to Titers

Test Code: 6419

CPT Code(s): 86757 (x2)

Includes: If Rickettsia (RMSF) Antibodies (IgG, IgM) is Detected, the appropriate Titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86757 per titer performed).

Methodology: Immunofluorescent Assay (IFA)

Limitations: Even after infection has been treated, positive results may persist. False-positive reactions may occur during pregnancy.

Bordetella pertussis/parapertussis Culture

Test Code: 5260

CPT Code(s): 87081

Includes: If culture is positive, identification will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87077 or 87147 or 87149 or 87143 or 87140).

Methodology: Culture

Clinical Significance: Bordetella pertussis is the cause of whooping cough. Bordetella parapertussis is a related organism and causes a similar but milder disease.

Alternative Name(s): Whooping Cough