SEMEN ANALYSIS, POST-VASECTOMY (Qualitative)
Test Code: LAB891
CPT Code: 89321
Interface Code
PVAS
Synonym
Post Vasectomy Sperm Count, SPERM, SEMEN
Specimen Type
Semen
Specimen Container
Sterile, leak-proof container
Specimen Handling
PLEASE NOTE: If your provider has specifically requested a Post-Vasectomy on a fresh specimen, please follow the collection instructions for:
Semen Analysis LAB216
Collection Guide: “Semen Collection for Fertility Testing”
Collection Instructions:
1. Abstain from ejaculation 2-7 days prior to collection.
2. Use a clean, no additive container.
3. Collect by masturbation only.
4. Collect entire ejaculate into the specimen container (do not use a condom).
5. Avoid use of lubricants and other products that may contaminate the specimen.
6. Label specimen container with:
• Patient’s FULL name
• Date of Birth (DOB)
• Collection Date & Time
7. Keep at room temperature and avoid temperature extremes during transport to the lab.
8. If collected at home, deliver the specimen to one of the following locations the same day as collected:
• Your provider’s office: ONLY if instructed to do so when you were given the collection kit
• PDL Patient Service Center (PSC): To find a location, visit our website at www.pdllabs.com
• PDL Core Laboratory: Monday- Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 454 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Semen Analysis LAB216
Collection Guide: “Semen Collection for Fertility Testing”
Collection Instructions:
1. Abstain from ejaculation 2-7 days prior to collection.
2. Use a clean, no additive container.
3. Collect by masturbation only.
4. Collect entire ejaculate into the specimen container (do not use a condom).
5. Avoid use of lubricants and other products that may contaminate the specimen.
6. Label specimen container with:
• Patient’s FULL name
• Date of Birth (DOB)
• Collection Date & Time
7. Keep at room temperature and avoid temperature extremes during transport to the lab.
8. If collected at home, deliver the specimen to one of the following locations the same day as collected:
• Your provider’s office: ONLY if instructed to do so when you were given the collection kit
• PDL Patient Service Center (PSC): To find a location, visit our website at www.pdllabs.com
• PDL Core Laboratory: Monday- Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 454 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Volume
Entire ejaculate collection
Temperature
Room Temperature
Unacceptable Conditions
QNS for analysis; inadequate storage or transport, frozen samples, specimens over 24 hours old.
Methodology
Manual macroscopic and microscopic examination of semen
Schedule
Monday - Friday (except Holidays) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Additional Information
Specimen needs to be received at the PDL Patient Service Center, PDL Core Lab or provider’s office the same day as collected.
PLEASE NOTE: If your provider has specifically requested a Post-Vasectomy on a fresh specimen, please follow the collection instructions for:
Semen Analysis LAB216
Collection Guide: “Semen Collection for Fertility Testing”
PLEASE NOTE: If your provider has specifically requested a Post-Vasectomy on a fresh specimen, please follow the collection instructions for:
Semen Analysis LAB216
Collection Guide: “Semen Collection for Fertility Testing”
Stability
Room Temperature: 24 hours
Reference Range Information
Reference values are dependent upon methodology/instrumentation, check final report for current reference values
Turn Around Time
24 hours
Performing Site
Pacific Diagnostic Laboratories
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