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Anal Pap
Synonyms:
Rectal Pap, Anal Rectal Cytology
Performing lab:
Cytopathology (N018); Ext. 41550
Turnaround time:
One to two days
Specimen type:
Liquid-based cytology specimen
Container:
Thinprep Preservcyt vial
Volume:
20ml fluid
Special instructions
Use Dacron swab or brush/spatula combination, rinse the devise in the Preservcyt solution by vigorously swirling. Discard device.
If delivered after hours, place in refrigerator (N018- available 24 hours)
Specimen transport requirements
Cytologic specimens should be labeled with printed barcoded labels (do not put label on tops)
Placed in a biohazard bag and transported with the printed requisition to the Cytology Laboratory, N018
Logged in and placed on the top shelf of the refrigerator
Causes for rejection
Inadequate information
Additional information
Complete the Non-gyn cytology order in EPIC to include pertinent history, prior diagnostic/ therapeutic procedures, X-ray, clinical findings and results of previous surgeries. Print the requisition and submit with the specimen to Cytopathology – N018. Place on the top shelf of the refrigerator.
Outreach facilities should use the preprinted “University Outreach Pathology Requisition” and submit with the sample.
Per ASCP guidelines, testing for high-risk HPV types will only be performed reflexively on cases with current cytologic diagnosis of ASC-US. Requests for high-risk HPV testing are also accepted, but must be requested in the EPIC order.