Non-Gynecologic Cytology Testing

Specimen Collection Quick Reference Table

Collection Techniques for Non-Gynecologic Cytology All specimens must be labeled with a minimum of the patient’s full name, second identifier (DOB or MR#), and the source of the specimen. Slides are to be labeled on the frosted end in #2 pencil with the full patient’s name, second identifier (DOB or MR#), and source. Do not

Hours of Operation

Hours of Operation The cytology department is staffed for specimen drop-off Monday through Friday from 7:00 am-10:30 pm.  For rapid results on weekends and after 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, the on-call pathologist needs to be paged by calling 973-7000 and asking to have the on-call pathologist return your call.

Fine Needle Aspirations Basic Instructions

Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy General Information Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy Fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy of superficial palpable lesions Principle: Fine needle aspiration biopsy is a minimally invasive, cost-effective procedure that procures cellular material for diagnosis using suction or non-suction techniques with a fine needle, usually 23 gauge and above. Possible superficial palpable sites include

Detailed Collection and Submission Requirements

Detailed Collection and Submission Requirements Bladder Wash Principle: Cytologic studies are performed on Bladder Wash sediment to detect bladder cancer that may be undetectable by cystoscopy Collection and Submission: Bladder washings are obtained by cystoscopy and should be placed in equal parts CytoLyt solution.  The specimen must be labeled with the full patient’s name, second

Anal Screening Protocol

Anal Screening Protocol Principle:The “Anal Pap” is a screening tool used in at-risk populations to identify individuals who have premalignant cytologic changes in their anal epithelium. Procedure: Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Testing may also be ordered, in addition to routine cytology screening. HPV Testing on anal samples has not been validated or FDA approved. Therefore, the significance