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Cytology, Bronchial Washing
Test Code3949999
CPT Codes
88112
Includes
Includes routine cytologic evaluation of smears, cytospin, and cell block, when indicated.
Preferred Specimen
Acceptable Specimens: Esophageal or tracheal aspiration
Container/Tube: Sterile container(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL to 2 mL of esophageal or tracheal aspirate
Forms: Cytology Request Form
Collection Instructions:
Note: 1. The following specimens will be returned to submitting physician:
A. No requisition form
B. Name on requisition does not match name on specimen
C. Unlabeled specimen
D. No doctor’s name given
E. Fixation of any type
2. Label container with patient’s full name (first and last), date of collection, physician’s name, hospital identification number (if applicable), and specimen source.
Other Acceptable Specimens
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Methodology
ThinPrep/Papanicolaou Stains
Setup Schedule
Monday through Saturday
Reference Range
Negative to abnormal cells consistent with malignant neoplasm
Clinical Significance
Useful for the diagnosis of primary or metastatic neoplasms; can aid in the diagnosis of certain infectious and nonneoplastic processes.
Performed By
CoxHealth
