CPT Code(s):
Call UF Health Pathology Laboratories’ Client Services Department at 888.375.LABS (5227) for CPT codes.
Specimen Requirements:
- Direct smears;
- Cytocentrifuge specimens;
- ThinPrep® or SurePath®; and
- Cell blocks, special stains and immunohistochemistry (when appropriate)
Refer to the specimen type for specific collection instructions.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing):
- Ambient:
- Sterile Container: 2 Hours
- ThinPrep®: 3 Weeks
- SurePath®: 4 Weeks
- Refrigerated: 24 hours
Use:
Cytopathology is routinely performed on any collectible specimen containing cells. Its general function is to evaluate exfoliated cells in any collectible specimen for abnormalities. These abnormalities include:
- Presence of cancer;
- Precancerous conditions
- Infection due to fungus, virus, parasites or bacteria, etc.
Methodology:
Cytopathology
Reported:
1 – 3 days