Non-Gynecologic Cytology Testing

UNACCEPTABLE SPECIMENS Unacceptable specimens include the following:

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 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 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 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 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