Test Code LAB4818 ANAL CYTOLOGY
Specimen Type
Cytology Fixative Beaker with Brush
Turnaround Time
3 Days
Collection Instructions
Agitate collection brush into ThinPrep vial
Specimen Processing
Unlabeled specimens. Specimens in incorrect fixative (such as formalin) can only be processed as a cell block. Excess lubricant can ruin the specimen.
Specimen Stability
Maintain the specimen up to 3 weeks at room temperature or until vial expires, whichever is sooner.