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Cytology - Respiratory and/or GI Brushings and Washings

Test Code
Cytology - Resp/GI


Preferred Specimen
Respiratory/GI Brushings and Washings


Instructions
Add Cytolyt fixative to all washings(equal parts fixative and specimen). For brushings - drop brush into the Cytolyt fixative, gently shake, and deliver to the Cytology Lab as soon as possible. Pre-filled specimen tubes and wps can be obtained from the Cytology Lab.


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Refer to the Cytology Laboratory's information regarding the Submission of Specimens for specific details.


Setup Schedule
M - F


Report Available
TAT 1 - 3 working days


Reference Range
Negative


Performing Laboratory
Performed in the West Roxbury Cytopathology Laboratory
 


Last Updated: March 22, 2023


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.