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Gastric Wash for Cytologic Examination*

Important Note

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

Methodology

ThinPrep Microscopic Evaluation, Pap Stain.

Performing Laboratory

Rutland Regional Medical Center, Cytopathology

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Minimum Volume: 2mL

Specimen Collection and Transport

Collect specimen in sterile container

Stable at Room Temperature. 

If collected after hours, please refrigerate. If delay of >12 hours from specimen collection, add up to 30mL of CytoLyt® fluid to container, and refrigerate all portions.

Day(s) Performed

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

Available as STAT

Test Classification and CPT Coding

CPT 88112