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CYTOPATHOLOGY, BIOPSY WITH TOUCH IMPRINT
MessageA Pathologist and cytotechnologist must be present at collection to evaluate the specimen.
Test Code
LAB123030426
Includes
Cytologic evaluation of touch imprints and Histological examination of tissue sections stained with H&E.
Preferred Specimen
Collect; 10% Neutral Bufferred Formalin
Minimum Volume
Determined by on-site Pathologist during the on-site assessment.
Instructions
Schedule the procedure with cytology at least 24 hours in advance by phone at 304-293-2095
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
Stable when collected in Formalin
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Unlabeled or improperly labeled specimens will be rejected.
Methodology
Manual Slide Review
Setup Schedule
Monday-Friday
8:00 - 16:30
Excluding holidays
Note: While procedures can be scheduled up until 16:30, the cytologists are not available after 17:00. If the procedure continues past 17:00, the specimen is to be collected in fixative.
8:00 - 16:30
Excluding holidays
Note: While procedures can be scheduled up until 16:30, the cytologists are not available after 17:00. If the procedure continues past 17:00, the specimen is to be collected in fixative.
Performing Laboratory
West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc.
