CPT CODE: 88104, 88108, 88112
SYNONYMS: Eye/vitreous fluid, eye chamber aspirate
TEST INCLUDES: Specimen preparation and cytologic evaluation.
DEPARTMENT: Cytology
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENT: >0.5 mL freshly aspirated fluid in a clean, leakproof glass or hard plastic container with screw top lid and no fixative added; a capped syringe is also acceptable.
TESTING SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 08:30 - 15:30. Turnaround time: 2 working days.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Send to laboratory immediately for processing. Refrigerate specimen if there is any delay in delivery. Specify site of origin and all pertinent data on the request form, especially if suspicious for lymphoma.
EPIC ORDER: Cytology Non Gynecological (LAB13)
REFERENCE INTERVAL: Normal cells.