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Test Code LAB20001-CYST Non-Gyn Cyst Cytology

Department

CYTOLOGY

Collection Requirements

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

1. Deposit fluid on a labeled, clean, dry slide. Fix immediately with 95% ethyl alcohol or spray fixative

2. Aspirated fluid may be sent to lab in a capped and parafilmed syringe (without needle)

3. Fluid may be collected and then Aspirated into a tightly capped specimen container.

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 (Breast cyst, ovarian cyst)

-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 or sending fresh 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 and/or 1 mL.

Reference Range

By report

Methodology

Stat Spin Cytofuge 12 Automated Slide Stainer Sakura Tissue-Tek DRS

Performed

Monday – Friday

Reported

Varies

CPT Codes

88104 for fluid <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.