89215:CYTOPATHOLOGY, PAP, 1 SLIDE
Author PeaceHealth Laboratories
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Alias Names: |
Conventional PAP |
Methodology: |
Routine Cytopathologic Evaluation |
Edit Date: |
3/23/2009 |
Performed: |
Monday-Friday |
Released: |
7-14 days after setup at PeaceHealth Laboratories’ reference lab. |
CPT Code: |
88165-90 |
Specimen Collection Details |
Collection: |
One smear from endocervical/ectocervical using Rovers Cervix Brush or cytobrush and spatula. |
Handling: |
Fix specimen immediately in PAP fixative or spray. Pertinent patient history must be included on cytology requisition. |
Standard Volume: |
1 slide. |
Minimum Volume: |
1 slide. |
Transport: |
Ambient |
Rejection Criteria: |
Broken slide; unlabeled or mislabeled specimen. |