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Body Fluid for Cytologic Examination*

Important Note

*This test is orderable in Cerner as Pathology Non-GYN Request or use requisition #4565

A cell block is ordered as a reflex to all Body Cavity Fluids submitted for cytologic examination. 

Must indicate fluid location, i.e. RIGHT or LEFT pleural effusion/fluid

Performing Laboratory

Rutland Regional Medical Center, Cytopathology

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Minimum Volume: 5mL

Fluid from body cavities, ie. Pleural fluid, peritoneal fluid, synovial fluid

Day(s) Performed

Monday to Friday; 7:00AM to 4:30PM

Available as STAT

Test Classification and CPT Coding

CPT 88112 and 88305

Methodology

ThinPrep Microscopic Evaluation, Pap Stain; H&E Stain

Specimen Collection and Transport

Collect specimen in sterile container. 

Stable at Room Temperature. 

If collected after hours, please refrigerate.

If delay of >24 hours from specimen collection, call pathology lab for specific instructions 802.747.1786