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CYTOLOGY, BLADDER WASHING
MessageSubmit the entire collection whenever possible. The ability to detect malignant cells significantly decreases with low volume specimens.
Test Code
CYREQ
Preferred Specimen
CytoLyt
Minimum Volume
Any volume will be accepted.
Other Acceptable Specimens
ThinPrep
Transport Temperature
Alverno Cytology lab storage: Sample discarded at 7 days
Specimen Stability
Fresh specimen: 2-8°C up to 24 hours
CytoLyt added at a minimum 3:1 ratio (specimen:CytoLyt): 8 days
CytoLyt added at a minimum 3:1 ratio (specimen:CytoLyt): 8 days
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
(Cytology)
Last Updated: April 25, 2023
