CYTOLOGY, BRONCHIAL BRUSH

Message
All non-gynecological specimens need to accompany a completed form. 



Test Code
CY NON GYN (MSH), CYNONGYNHC (HCH)


Includes
Microscopic evaluation of cells with Pathologist interpretation


Preferred Specimen
Sterile Container Prefilled with CytoLyt


Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume
Any (1cc optimal)


Other Acceptable Specimens
Sterile Container


Instructions
Add an equal volume of CytoLyt preservative to specimen. If preservative is not available, refrigerate specimen and transport ASAP.


Transport Container
Sterile Container with CytoLyt


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 3 days


Methodology
Microscopic Identification

Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F


Report Available
Analytic time: 2 days if paraffin block is perpared by Cytology as part of routine study. 


Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab



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.