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Test Code CYTO Cytology, Non-Gynecologic Request

Specimen Type

Urine, cyst fluid, periotoneal (ascites), pleural, CSF, CBD Brushing, fine needle aspirations, other body fluids

 

Respiratory specimens: BAL, lung washings, sputum, brushings

Container

Sterile Container

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Stability

Deliver specimens fresh to Histology ASAP. Hold specimens at 2-8oC if necessary or once in Histology.

 

*Brushings (bronchial, bile duct, esophogeal, etc.): Immerse smear immediately in alcohol. Clip brush off and place in formalin, Saccomanno's or Cytolyt.

 

*Fine needle aspiration: Fix slides immedately in a container with 95% alcohol or spray with cytology fixative. Some slides may be air dried. Needle and syringe should be rinsed into a container with formalin, Saccomanno's or Cytolyt.

 

*Breast smear or secretion: Fix slide immediately in 95% alcohol or spray with cytology fixative.

Transfer Instructions

Transport specimen at 2-8°C.

 

Contact Histology for Outpatient Home Collection Kits or specific instructions.

Expected Turn Around Time

24 hours Monday - Thursday