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Test Code LAB3157 Huhner’s Test

Additional Codes

Test Name in EPIC EPIC Test Code Mnemonic
HUHNER'S TEST LAB3157 HUHNR

 

Methodology

Slide Evaluation

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Cervical mucous

Container/Tube: Slide holder

Specimen Volume: 2 Slides

Collection Instructions:

1. Using a lead pencil, label frosted end of 2 glass slides with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection.

2. Using a sterile pipette, obtain cervical mucous (minimum volume: 1 drop).

3. Spread specimen on 2 glass slides.

4. Place a cover-slip on the Huhner’s slide and allow the Fern slide to air dry.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient/Refrigerate NO/Frozen NO

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday (day shift only)

Performing Laboratory

Central Region: St. Joseph's - Baxter Clinic Lab

East Region: SMDC Clinical Lab

 

Test Classification and CPT Coding

89300

Reference Values

The generally acceptable postcoital test result is >10 sperm/high power field (hpf)