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Test Code CYTNG Cytology Non-Gynecologic, Varies


Necessary Information


1. An acceptable cytology request form must accompany specimen containers and include the following: Patient's name, medical record number, date of birth, sex, source (exact location and procedure used), date specimen was taken, name of ordering physician and pager number.

2. Submit any pertinent history or clinical information. A complete clinical history is imperative for the diagnostic accuracy of cytology.



Specimen Required


Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Contact the testing lab for specific instructions.

 

Specimen Type: Non-gynecologic cytology specimen

Supplies: CytoLyt Solution (T564)

Container/Tube:

Preferred: CytoLyt solution

Acceptable:

1. PreservCyt solution in prefilled vial

2. Specimens with equal volume of 50%, 70%, 80%, or 95% ethanol

3. Specimens fixed in carbowax, CytoSpin collection fluid, or CytoRich red

Specimen Volume: A minimum of 20 mL or entire collection

Collection Instructions:

1. Specimen containers must be labeled with a minimum of 2 unique identifiers (patient's name and medical record number).

2. Indicate the specimen source and source location on the label.

 

Specimen Type: Spinal fluid

Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial

Submission Container/Tube: Container with equal volume of 50%, 70%, 80%, or 95% ethanol

Specimen Volume: A minimum of 1 mL

Collection Instructions: Specimen containers must be labeled with a minimum of 2 unique identifiers (patient's name and clinic number).

 

Specimen Type: Smear

Container/Tube: Plastic slide container

Specimen Volume: Glass slide

Collection Instructions:

1. Slides should be immediately fixed in 95% ethanol or sprayed with commercially available fixative. Smears that have been air-dried or Diff-Quik stained may also be accepted.

2. Label containers with a minimum of 2 unique identifiers (eg, patient name and medical record number or date of birth), specimen source, and date of collection. Label each glass slide in pencil with a minimum of 2 unique identifiers. If multiple slides are submitted, each slide must have proper identification.


Secondary ID

70330

Useful For

Detecting malignant and premalignant changes

Reflex Tests

Test ID Reporting Name Available Separately Always Performed
NTPPC Non-GYN ThinPrep No No
NCSPC Cell Concentration No No
CSOPC Cytology Smears Other No No
CSAPC Cytology Smears Other, 5 Add'l No No
NDSPC Non-GYN Direct Smear No No
CBKPC Cell Block No No

Testing Algorithm

Reflex tests will be performed at an additional charge based on the specimen processing method performed.

Method Name

Light Microscopy

Reporting Name

Cytology Non-GYN

Specimen Type

Varies

Specimen Minimum Volume

See Specimen Required

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Varies Ambient (preferred)
  Refrigerated 

Reject Due To

No specimen should be rejected.

Clinical Information

This test is used for the identification of malignant cells by cytopathology interpretation from nongynecological body sites.

Reference Values

Negative for malignant cells

Interpretation

Suspicious or atypical results need further confirmation: clinical observation, repeat cytology, or perhaps appropriate biopsy.

 

Positive results should be confirmed by histologic examination of tissue before definitive therapy is instituted.

Cautions

No significant cautionary statements

Clinical Reference

Mody DR, Thrall MJ, Krishnamurthy S, eds. Diagnostic Pathology: Cytopathology, 2nd ed. Elsevier; 2019

Method Description

The specimen is processed using CytoSpin or ThinPrep instruments to preserve cellular integrity. The smeared or processed slides are then stained using a Papanicolaou stain, coverslipped, and analyzed microscopically by a cytotechnologist and pathologist.(Instruction manuals: Cytospin 4 Operator's Manual. Thermo Scientific; A78310250 Issue 4, 2004; ThinPrep 2000 System Operator's Manual. Hologic; MAN-02585-001 Rev. 006, 02/2017; ThinPrep 5000 Processor Operator's Manual. Hologic; MAN-02203-001 Rev. 003, 08/2017)

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Report Available

2 to 5 days

Specimen Retention Time

Up to 1 week, depending on results

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

Test Classification

This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.

CPT Code Information

88104-NDSPC (if appropriate)

88108-NCSPC (if appropriate)

88112-NTPPC (if appropriate)

88161-CSOPC (if appropriate)

88162-CSAPC (if appropriate)

88305-CBKPC (if appropriate)

LOINC Code Information

Test ID Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
CYTNG Cytology Non-GYN 32785-8

 

Result ID Test Result Name Result LOINC Value
71276 Interpretation 69965-2
71277 Participated in the Interpretation No LOINC Needed
71278 Report electronically signed by 19139-5
71279 Addendum 35265-8
71280 Gross Description 22634-0
CY066 Collection Procedure 33724-6
CY058 Source 22633-2
CY059 Clinical History 22636-5
CY060 Fixative 8100-0
71567 Disclaimer 62364-5
71813 Case Number 80398-1