CPT CODE: 88104, 88108, 88112, C305
SYNONYMS: Bronchial, tracheal, esophageal, gutter, diaphragm, pelvic, renal pelvis, etc.
TEST INCLUDES: Specimen preparation and cytologic evaluation.
DEPARTMENT: Cytology
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENT: >5 mL fresh washings in a clean leakproof container with screw top lid and NO fixative added.
EPIC ORDER: Cytology Non Gynecological (LAB13)
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.
REFERENCE INTERVAL: Normal cells.