Test Name: Non-Gyn Cytology

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Methodology: Cytology

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Test Description

Cytopathologic evaluation for the detection and characterization of malignant cells and some nonneoplastic neoplasms.

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Specimen Requirements

Brush lesion area. Place brush directly into CytoLyt, swirl the brush vigorously in the solution, then snip into the container. Submit with an appropriately completed requisition, including pertinent patient history.

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Storage and Transport

Store in CytoLyt solution. Refrigerate specimens that cannot be delivered immediately and deliver as soon as possible.

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Specimen Rejection Criteria

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Turn Around Time (TAT): 2- 3 Days

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CPT Codes*: 88112

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