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HelpEpic Test Code POC50 POCT Fern Test, Vaginal
Specimen Type
Vaginal secretion on a sterile swab
Preferred Container
Sterile swab
Reference Values
No ferning: Absence of amniotic fluid
Ferning: Presence of amniotic fluid
Methodology
Microscope
CPT Code
89060
Last Updated
03-Jan-23 MS
Performing Location(s)
Bassett Healthcare Network POC Testing. Only available at POC Approved Testing Locations.
Limitations
• False positive may occur from specimens contaminated with blood, urine, cervical mucous.
• False negative may occur from prolonged rupture of membranes (greater than 24 hours).
• False negative may occur if only a small volume of volume of fluid has leaked.
Available STAT
Only available at POC Approved Testing Locations.
Additional Information
Examine the dried smear under low power without a cover slip.