| Synonyms: |
FNA, Aspiration Biopsy, Fine Needle Biopsy |
| Specimen: |
Slide and rinse from needle. |
| Container: |
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| Volume: |
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| Minimum Volume: |
one pass/ 2 slides |
| Specimen Collection: |
Needle aspiration - immediately apply to a slide and fix with a spray fixative. |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: |
Place slides in cardboard holder for transport. Rinse needles in vial of Cytolyt. |
| Lab Code: |
CYTP |
| Requisition: |
Cytology See Test Requisition 20 (outpatient)
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| Test Includes: |
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| Critical Value: |
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| Test Frequency: |
Monday - Friday |
| Routine TAT: |
1 working day |
| CPT Code(s): |
88173 |
| LCD or NCD: |
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| Methodology Used: |
52 See Addendum XVII
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