Test Name
Bacterial Vaginosis Panel
Specimen Type
Swab in Universal Transport Media (UTM)
Specimen Acceptability
3 Days Room Temperature
CPT Code(s)
81513
Special Instructions
- Carefully insert the swab into the vagina about 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) and gently rotate the swab for 10 to 30 seconds.
- Make sure the swab touches the walls of the canal so that moisture is absorbed by the swab and then withdraw the swab without touching the skin.
Volume
2 mL
Sample Container
Aptima Multitest Swab Tube
