Test Code ALIMENTARY Cytology Alimentary
Clinical Indications
N/A
Additional Test Codes
Epic Order Name: Cytology Alimetnary
Sunquest Order Code: N/A
Epic Px Code: LAB8012
Specimen Collection Type
Fresh -As much fluid as possible/ Brushings in saline or Cytolyt (preferred)
Minimum Collection Volume
10 mL with the brush
Reference Range
Negative for mailgnant cells
Critical Value
Unexpected diagnosis of malignancy or any clinically unexpected diagnosis from a Cytopathology specimen. All Cytology specimens positive for certain infectious disease (Pneumocystis)
Interpretation
N/A
Rejection Criteria
Any specimen submitted in formalin or other preservatives.
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
3 days refrigerated
Specimen Stability
3 days refrigerated
Day(s) Performed
8am-4:30pm M-F
Performing Lab - Department
TUKHS-BH-Cytology
CPT Code
88112
LOINC Code
N/A
Test Alias
Non-gyn Cytology Fluids/Brushings/Washings
Additional Information / Notes
N/A