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Cytology, Gastric Washing
Test Code3941133
CPT Codes
88112
Includes
Includes routine cytologic evaluation of smears, cytospin, and cell block, when indicated.
Preferred Specimen
Container/Tube: Sterile container(s)
Specimen Volume: 10 mL of gastric washing
Forms: Cytology Request Form
Collection Instructions: 1. Evaluation for neoplasm: collect resting gastric contents and discard. Then collect gastric washing.
2. Evaluation for idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis: submit only resting gastric contents.
Note: 1. The following specimens will be returned to submitting physician:
A. No requisition form
B. Name on requisition does not match name on specimen
C. Unlabeled specimen
D. No doctor’s name given
2. Label container with patient’s full name (first and last), date of collection, physician’s name, hospital identification number (if applicable), and specimen source.
Specimen Volume: 10 mL of gastric washing
Forms: Cytology Request Form
Collection Instructions: 1. Evaluation for neoplasm: collect resting gastric contents and discard. Then collect gastric washing.
2. Evaluation for idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis: submit only resting gastric contents.
Note: 1. The following specimens will be returned to submitting physician:
A. No requisition form
B. Name on requisition does not match name on specimen
C. Unlabeled specimen
D. No doctor’s name given
2. Label container with patient’s full name (first and last), date of collection, physician’s name, hospital identification number (if applicable), and specimen source.
Methodology
Papanicolaou Stain
Setup Schedule
Monday through Friday
Reference Range
Negative to abnormal cells consistent with malignant neoplasm
Clinical Significance
Useful for establishing the presence of primary or metastatic neoplasms of stomach, reactive processes, or infectious disease. Also used to aid in the diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis.
Performed By
CoxHealth
