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Test Code CY005 Cytology, Gynecologic, Cervical and Vaginal (Pap Smear)

Performing Laboratory

Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory

Methodology

Note: Screening refers to routine Pap smear. Diagnostic refers to patients with histories of abnormal Paps, clinical findings suggestive of cervical abnormalities, or patients at high risk for developing cervical dysplasia.

Specimen Requirements

See Cervical/Vaginal Smears (Pap Smears) Conventional Method Collection and Reporting in Specimen Collection and Preparation in Special Instructions for collection information and preparation of smears.

 

Specimen Type: Varies
Container/Tube: Slide
Specimen Volume: Entire specimen
Collection Instructions:

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

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

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

Forms: Cytology Laboratory Requisition in Special Instructions.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Cut-off time: Monday through Thursday 1530; Friday 1600

Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 working day

Routine: 10 working days

Test Classification and CPT Coding

88164

Note: Professional charges may be applied.

Reference Values

See Cervical/Vaginal Smears (Pap Smears) Conventional Method Collection and Reporting in Specimen Collection and Preparation in Special Instructions.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient/Refrigerate NO/Frozen NO

Additional Information


For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Laboratory Processing Instructions:Test performed in BJH Cytology.

Special Instructions