Specimen Requirements

See Non-Gynecologic Cytology Specimens in Specimen Collection and Preparation in Special Instructions for collection information.

Specimen Type: Breast and nipple

Container/Tube: Slide

Specimen Volume: Entire specimen

Collection Instructions:

1. Label frosted end of slide in pencil with patient’s name, date of birth, and date of collection.

2. Collect specimen.

3. Fix slide immediately with spray fixative. Allow slide to dry.

4. Place slide in a slide mailer. Do not close mailer until slide has dried completely.

5. Forward promptly.

Forms: Cytology Laboratory Requisition in Special Instructions.