Laboratory Services

Candida parapsilosis

Name: Incyte Diagnostics
Address: 13103 E Mansfield Ave, Spokane Valley, Washington, 99216, USA
Telephone: +1-

Updated Test Information:

Test Description	Candida parapsilosis
Synonym(s)	candida, Incyte swab, vaginal pathogens
Test ID	CAND-P
Specimen Type	Vaginal / lateral vaginal wall
Specimen Requirements	Incyte Swab (preferred collection device) or ThinPrep vial.
Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions	Aseptically remove sterile swab from package. Collect specimen by vigorously swabbing the lateral vaginal wall. Aseptically remove cap from vial. Place swab in transport medium and break off swab against rim of the tube. Replace cap. Close tightly. Include patient name and 2nd identifier on vial.
Required Information	Complete the Incyte Diagnostics requisition with the patient's demographics and relevant clinical history. Label specimen container with the patient's full first and last name, second unique identifier, and specimen source/site.
Stability	Specimen is stable at room temperature for up to 21 days. Additional testing can be added for up to 21 days after initial testing is performed.
Unacceptable Specimen Conditions	Unlabeled specimens; specimens in incorrect fixative (such as formalin) or expired vials. Samples collected in SurePath vials. Excess lubricant can invalidate the specimen.
Department (code)	Molecular Pathology
Methodology	Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Estimated TAT	1–2 business days from receipt
Testing Schedule	Monday–Saturday
Retention	Specimen is retained for 21 days from initial testing.
CPT Code(s)	87481
Collection File	View/Download File
Additional Information	Additional testing can be performed on Incyte swab specimens up to 21 days after submission