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Test Code Cyto NonGyn Cytology, Non-GYN

Aliases

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 882-5992 or 882-1232 for specific instructions, and supplies, if needed.

Minimum Volume

See Preferred Specimen

Preferred Specimen

Preferred specimen and volumes vary with different specimen sites.


  • CSF’s – 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



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Hemolysis Threshold
 N/A
Icterus Threshold
 N/A
Lipemia Threshold
 N/A
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



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Days and Time Performed
 Monday – Friday 8AM – 4PM.
Specimens received after 4PM may be processed the next business day.
Expected Turn Around Time
 ≤2 days
Stat Availabilty
 Call Cytology Lab at 573-882-5992 or 573-882-1232 to request STAT.
Pneumocystic Stains are performed as STAT unless lab is otherwise notified.
Performing Bench
 UH Cytology
Methodology/Method Description
 Non-Gynecologic Cytology.
  • Preparations made include one or more of the following depending 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/Immunohistochemical Stains.

Additional Information/Important Notes

Deliver specimen, after placing electronic order, to UH Processing or WCH Processing 24/7. When electronic ordering is unavailable, a paper Cytology requisition must accompany the specimen.

CPT Codes

Varies by specimen. Contact billing office for more information.