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Test Code LAB20001-BR Non-Gyn Brushing Cytology

Department

CYTOLOGY

Collection Requirements

There are several methods of collection, a few of which are listed below.

1. Roll brush(es) over labeled, clean, dry slide. Fix immediately with 95% ethyl alcohol or spray fixative

2. Drops of fluid smeared directly on labeled clean glass slides and fixed immediately with spray fixative or immersed in 95% ethyl alcohol. Fix each slide immediately after smearing.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

All cytology specimens submitted for testing should have the following information included on the requisition. Slides/containers must be clearly labeled with patient identifier. Specimens accepted only from physician’s or designee. -Patient Name -Date of Birth -Date of Specimen Collection -Source of Cytologic Material (Gastric ,Bronchial,CBD ,Esophageal, etc.)

-Submitting Clinician’s Name

-MRN

-Pertinent Clinical Information

-Diagnosis Code

Transport

Ambient

Protect slide from breakage either in labeled cardboard packaging or labeled screw-top slide container. If using 95% alcohol fixation, place in leak-proof labeled container.

Preferred Transport Temperature

Ambient

Processing

Do not use spray fixative after expiration date listed on label.

Minimum Testing Volume

1 slide

Reference Range

By report

Methodology

Automated Slide Stainer Sakura Tissue-Tek DRS

Performed

Monday – Friday

Reported

Varies

CPT Codes

<5 slides 88160 >5 slides 88162

Unacceptable Conditions

Any of the above listed conditions under general requirements is omitted.Specimen received without patient identifier or name on slides/container(s) does not match name on requisition. Excessive container leakage.