Specimen Requirements

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

Specimen Type: CSF
Container/Tube: Screw-capped, plastic vial. See Body Fluid Collection Guidlines under Special Instructions
Specimen Volume: Adequate specimen
Collection Instructions:

1. Fresh CSF should be sent in a screw-capped, plastic vial.

2. Label vial with patient’s name, date of birth, Social Security number, date of collection, and type of specimen.

3. Refrigerate specimen after collection.
Forms: Cytology Laboratory Requisition in Special Instructions.