Exfoliative Cytology – Non-Gynecologic Specimens
3 - 5 working days
Cytology
CPT 88312 is additional when requesting special stains for Lipid, Oil Red O, laden macrophages, or PAS.
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Daily
Cytologic evaluation of non-gynecologic specimens such as urine, fluids, or aspirates.
Fresh fluid
10 mL
Clean, suitable size/ Sterile container
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 2 days |
Exfoliative Cytology – Non-Gynecologic Specimens
3 - 5 working days
Cytology
CPT 88312 is additional when requesting special stains for Lipid, Oil Red O, laden macrophages, or PAS.
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Daily
Cytologic evaluation of non-gynecologic specimens such as urine, fluids, or aspirates.
Fresh fluid
10 mL
Clean, suitable size/ Sterile container
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 2 days |