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Test Code Cyto NonGyn CYTOLOGY – NON GYN PAP

Aliasis

Fluid Cytology; General Cytology, Non-Gynecologic

Patient Preparation

Per physician’s protocol

Collection Method

Collection of Non-GYN’s varies for different specimen sites and types. Please call the Cytology Lab at 573-632-5232 for specific instructions, and supplies if needed.

Minimum Volume

See Preferred Specimen

Preferred Specimen

CSF

1 mL (Fresh)

Body Fluids

50 mL (fresh)

Urine

50 mL (fresh or in 30 mL Cytolyt) 12-24 hour urine collections for cytology are unacceptable.

First morning urines are not optimal

Bronchial specimens

 each specimen site/type in separate 30 mL vials of Cytolyt (fresh or specimens in 50% ETOH acceptable, submit brushes in Cytolyt)

Sputum

(fresh or in 50% ETOH acceptable)

GI

(washes in 30 mL Cytolyt or with 50% ETOH, brushes in 30 mL Cytolyt with 2 air dried smears)

Reference or Target Ranges

Interpretive report with results

Reportable Units

N/A

Critical Value

“Positive for Malignancy” diagnosis will prompt physician notification and cancer tracking. Other unusual/unexpected diagnoses may also trigger additional physician notification.

Reasons for Rejection

Other:                           
  • Specimen has leaked out of container or has been contaminated.
  • Mislabeled or unlabeled containers or slides.
  • Submitting specimen in unacceptable containers such as a Vacutainer bottles and bags.
  • Improperly handled specimens

Specimen Stability

Specimen stability varies, please submit specimen as soon as possible after collection.

Refrigerate at 2-8C if it will be sitting overnight or longer before pick-up/delivery to lab.

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed

Monday -  Friday 8 am – 4 pm

Expected Turn Around Time

≤ 2 days

Stat Availability

Stat Availability: Call Cytology Lab at 573-632-5232 to request STAT.

Pneumocystic Stains are performed as STAT unless lab is otherwise notified.

Performing Bench

CRMC Pathology

Additional Information / Important Notes

Deliver specimen, after placing electronic order, to CRMC Processing/Laboratory. When electronic ordering is unavailable, a paper Cytology requisition must accompany the specimen

Methodology/Method Description

Preparations made include one or more of the following dpending on specimen type:
-Thin Prep
-Smears
-Cytospins
-Cell Block

Stains utilized include one or more of the following:
-Papanicolaou
-Diff Quik
-Wright
-H&E
-Special/Immunohistochemcial stains

CPT Codes

Varies by specimen. Contact billing office for more information