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Test Code LAB20002-Slide DX Gynecologic Conventional Pap Smear - Screen

Department

CYTOLOGY

Collection Requirements

COLLECTION

1. Using lead pencil write patient name/identifier on end of slide 2. Scrape cervix with extended tip spatula 3. Insert collection device into endocervical canal. 4. Turn 90o-180o and remove 5. Smear extended tip spatula along entire length of slide using only half the surface 6. Roll cytobrush along entire length of slide using remaining half of slide surface, bending bristles to help transfer cells 7.Immediately apply fixative, preferably a spray fixative although 95% alcohol may be used 8. Allow to dry before closing packaging

Transport

Ambient within supplied packaging.

Preferred Transport Temperature

Ambient

Processing

Do not use spray fixative after expiration date listed on label. Protect slide from breakage. Do not remove slide from slide container.

Stability

N/A

Reference Range

By report

Methodology

Automated Slide Stainer Sakura Tissue-Tek DRS

Performed

Monday – Friday

Reported

Varies

CPT Codes

88142

Unacceptable Conditions

Any of the above listed conditions under general requirements is omitted.Slides received without patient identifer on slide. Slide broken beyond repair. Name on slide does not match name on requisition.

Additional Information

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

All cytology specimens submitted for testing should have the following information included on the requisition. Slides 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 -Submitting Clinician’s Name -MRN -LMP if Applicable -Pertinent Clinical Information -Diagnosis Code

The pap smear is a screening test with inherent false negative and false positive results. A negative report indicates a low probability of significant cervical pathology within the prescribed screening interval. Your patient’s test results, together with history and clinical findings, should be interpreted in this context.