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PNEUMOCYSTIS JIROVECII CYTOLOGY

Message


Specify test on manual Surgical Pathology Request form or note test in pertinent information section of computer generated request for bronchial washing specimen




Test Code
PCC


Preferred Specimen
5 ml(s)   Bronchial lavage is the preferred specimen.  Sputum is not recommended.


Instructions


This test is performed by IHC Monday thru Friday, 7-3:30pm.  Place order in Meditech.   Provide required essential information that includes pertinent clinical history (blank, "none" or "N/A" are not acceptable).  A manual Pathology Specimen Request form can be used when you do not have access to a computer and/or during downtime.  Specimens collected after hours must be refrigerated until processing. 




Transport Container
Sterile Container


Report Available
IHC test is performed on the cell block, available the following working day (M-F)




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.