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HelpTest Code Path Non-Gyn Breast F Cytology, Breast Fluid
Useful For
This test is utilized for the detection and diagnosis of inflammatory conditions and benign and malignant neoplasms.
Synonyms/Keywords
Cyst Fluid (Breast) Cytology, Breast Cyst Fluid Cytology
Specimen Requirements
| Specimen Type | Preferred Container/Tube | Acceptable Container/Tube | Specimen Volume | Specimen Minimum Volume (allows for 1 repeat) |
Pediatric Minimum Volume (no repeat) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid | Sage Container | Sage Container or Specimen Tube |
Collection/Processing Instructions
PREFERRED: After collection, breast cyst fluid should be transferred to a sterile sage container or specimen tube. Label the specimen container with appropriate patient identifiers and indicate the specimen source (i.e. Lt. Breast, 12 o'clock). Fix specimen immediately with 30 mL of Cytolyt.
ALTERNATE: After collection, send entire fresh specimen to lab. Lab personnel must fix specimen within 2 hrs. of collection by adding 30 mL of Cytolyt.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature |
|---|---|
| Fluid | Refrigerate |
Test Information
Include specimen source, pertinent patient history and appropriate ICD-10 code on the test request form or electronic order.
If multiple cyst specimens are aspirated, use a separate container or tube for each specimen. Label each container with the appropriate site, date and time of fixation and fixative type.
Interferences
Specimens that are not fixed within 2 hours of collection may not be acceptable. Consult Cytopathology with questions (800-222-5835, ext. 16155.)
Reference Range Information
| Performing Location | Reference Range |
|---|---|
| Marshfield | Interpretative Report |
Marshfield Labs Performing Department
Marshfield Labs Cytopathology
Performing Information
| Performing Location | Day(s) Test Performed | Analytical Time | Methodology/Instrumentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshfield | Monday-Friday | 2 days | ThinPrep, Light Microscopy |
CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88112 | Cytology ThinPrep |
Outreach CPT Codes
| CPT | Modifier (if needed) |
Quantity | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88112 | Cytology ThinPrep |
Ordering Applications
| Ordering Application | Description |
|---|---|
| Cerner | Pathology Non-Gyn Request |