Laboratory Services
Cytoscopy
Print this pageUpdated Test Information:
Test Description |
Cytoscopy
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Synonym(s) |
Bladder Washing, Urinary, Instrumented Urine |
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Test ID |
NON-O |
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Specimen Type |
Washing |
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Specimen Requirements |
Cytology fixative, specimen container |
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Required Information |
Complete the Incyte Diagnostics requisition with the patient's demographics and relevant clinical history. Label specimen container with the patient's full first and last name, second unique identifier, and specimen source/site. |
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Stability |
Unfixed specimens remain stable for 2 hours at room temperature. Specimens fixed in cytology fixative are stable for 24 hours. Refrigerated unfixed specimens which are not transported within 2 hours must be refrigerated and can remain stable for 3 days. Do not freeze the specimen. |
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Unacceptable Specimen Conditions |
Unlabeled specimens, Acellular specimens, Specimens with excessive lubricant, Specimens in incorrect fixative (such as formalin) can only be processed as a cell block. |
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Department (code) |
Cytology |
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Estimated TAT |
1–3 business days from receipt |
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Testing Schedule |
Monday–Friday |
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Retention |
Specimen: 7 days |
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CPT Code(s) |
88112 - Monolayer |
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Collection File | View/Download File |