| Synonyms:
| Wet Prep for Sperm |
| Specimen: | Vaginal pool fluid: 500 microL Anal specimen:(1) swab in 1-2 mL sterile saline in a sterile tube. |
| Volume: | 500 microL or 1 swab |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 drop |
| Collection: | Keep specimen warm to prevent rapid decrease in motility. Transport to the laboratory immediately (should reach the laboratory within 1 hour of collection). |
| Rejection Criteria: | |
| Reference Range: | Interpret in light of clinical presentation |
| Methodology: | Microscopy |
| Test Use: | Determine the presence or absence of sperm, and motility if sperm are noted. |
| Additional Information: | Test is performed as medical only. Legal specimens should be collected as part of a Sexual Assault protocol and submitted to SLED with chain of custody. |
| Testing Includes: | Evaluation of presence or absence or sperm, and motility if sperm noted. |
| Testing Facility: | |