SEMEN PV
Semen Analysis, Post Vasectomy
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3326
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Required Patient Info:
VERIFY THAT THE COLLECTION IS FOR A POST VASECTOMY CHECK AND NOT FOR FERTILITY TESTING.
Container Type:
Clean container
Specimen Type:
Entire ejaculate
Minimum Volume:
The laboratory will attempt to analyze any specimen volume submitted.
Collection Procedure:
2-7 days abstinence prior to collection.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Optimally, the specimen should be delivered to testing laboratory as soon as possible, but will analyze specimens up to 72 hrs post collection.
Room Temperature - 72 hours
Refrigerated - 72 hours
Unacceptable Condition:
Frozen specimens, specimens greater than 72 hours from collection, and samples collected in spermicidal condoms will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
89310 - Semen Analysis Postvasectomy (EAP 30020983)
Method:
Macroscopic and microscopic semen examination