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Cytology- Fluids

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Test Code
Cytology- Fluids


Preferred Specimen
Sputum
CSF
Urine
Pleural fluid
Pericardial fluid
Peritoneal fluid
GI lavage
Respiratory lavages


Instructions
Sumit specimens FRESH or with equal volume of Cytolyt fixative added to the specimen.


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


Methodology
Thin Prep, Microscopic Examination

Setup Schedule
M - F


Report Available
TAT 2 - 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.