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CYTOLOGY, BILE (SHUNT FLUID)
MessageSubmit the entire collection whenever possible. The ability to detect malignant cells significantly decreases with low volume specimens.
Test Code
CYREQ
CPT Codes
88108
Includes
Microscopic evaluation of cells with Pathologist interpretation.
Preferred Specimen
Sterile Container Prefilled with CytoLyt; available upon request
Minimum Volume
Any volume will be accepted
Other Acceptable Specimens
Sterile Container
Instructions
Submit fresh sample. If specimen will be delayed more that 24 hours, CytoLyt solution may be added. A minimum 3:1 specimen to CytoLyt ratio is required.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Samples are discarded after 7 days
Samples are discarded after 7 days
Specimen Stability
- 2-8ºC up to 8 days if preserved with CytoLyt at a minimum of 3:1 ratio (specimen:CytoLyt)
Methodology
Microscopic identification
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F
Report Available
Report available within 1-3 days of receipt at the performing laboratory.
Clinical Significance
Analytic time: 2 days if paraffin block is prepared by Cytology as part of routine cell study.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno/Cytopathology
Last Updated: June 8, 2023