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Fine Needle Aspiration II
(Pathologist obtains sample)
Synonyms:
FNA, needle aspiration
Performing lab:
Cytopathology (N018); Ext: 4-1550
Availability:
8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday
Turnaround time:
One to two working days
Specimen type:
Fine needle aspiration, (superficial masses, i.e. breast, thyroid, lymph nodes)
Container:
Supplied by the laboratory
Volume:
1-20 slide(s)
Minimum volume:
1 slide
Special instructions
Call the cytopathology laboratory (984-1550) in advance to schedule procedure with pathologist for sample procurement, slide preparation and rapid adequacy evaluation.
Adequate clinical histories to include imaging results, clinical findings, results of prior surgeries, and, if possible, a differential diagnosis should be provided to the pathologist.
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 identification
Improper fixation
Specimen type not identified
More information
Complete the Non-Gyn cytology order in EPIC to include pertinent history, prior diagnostic/therapeutic procedures, X-ray, clinical findings and results of prior surgeries.
Outreach facilities should use the preprinted “University Outreach Pathology Requisition” and submit with the sample.
Indicate request for additional special stains or other procedures.
Indicate if body fluid precautions are necessary.