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HelpTest Code SEM-QL Semen, Qualitative
Useful For
Determining absence or presence of sperm post vasectomy. This test code should be used when it has been more than 12 months after vasectomy procedure.
Synonyms/Keywords
Post Vasectomy Check
Specimen Requirements
| Fasting Required | Specimen Type | Preferred Container/Tube | Acceptable Container/Tube | Specimen Volume | Specimen Minimum Volume (allows for 1 repeat) |
Pediatric Minimum Volume (no repeat) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No | Semen | Sterile plastic container | Sterile container | 0.2 mL |
Collection/Processing Instructions
Recommend 3-5 days of abstinence.
Marshfield Campus - Deliver immediately to the 24 Hour Services section.
All Other Facilities - Deliver immediately to Marshfield Labs. Refrigerate specimens older than 2 days.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Semen | Ambient | 2 days |
| Refrigerate | 1 week |
Test Components
Sperm presence/absence
Reference Range Information
| Performing Location | Reference Range |
|---|---|
| Marshfield | See interpretive report |
Marshfield Labs Performing Department
Marshfield Labs Urinalysis
Performing Information
| Performing Location | Day(s) Test Performed | Analytical Time | Methodology/Instrumentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshfield | Monday through Sunday | 1 day | Microscopy |
CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89321 |
Outreach CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89321 |
Ordering Applications
| Ordering Application | Description |
|---|---|
| Cerner | None |