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Pap Test
(Preferred method)
Performing lab:
Cytopathology (N018); Ext: 41550
Availability:
8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday
Turnaround time:
One to two working days
Specimen type:
Liquid-based Pap test
Container:
Thinprep PreservCyt solution
Volume:
20ml fluid
Special instructions
Use brush/spatula combination. Rinse the spatula in the PreservCyt solution by vigorously swirling in the vial 10 times. Discard the spatula.
Repeat the same method using the endocervical brush.
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 if after hours
Cause for rejection
Inadequate identification
More information
Complete the 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 if body fluid precautions are necessary.
Per ASCP guidelines, testing for high-risk HPV types will only be performed reflexively on cases with current cytological diagnosis of ASC-US.