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HelpTest Code LAB1766 Pap Cytology Screening
Additional Codes
PAP Scrn
Clinical System Name
Pap Cytology Screening
Synonyms
Gynecology Final Report; Pap Smear
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Cells
Container(s): Pap Cytology Kit
Preferred Vol: See note
Minimum Vol: See note
Note: Obtain Pap Pak and Harborview Medical Center Cytology - The Thin Prep can be obtained from the ivory bin supply at the Springbrook Clinic. Using a "Pap stick," take a scraping from the endocervix, cervix and posterior vaginal puddle. Smear on a clean slide. Using a pencil, label slide and place in labelled Pap Pak slide holder. Complete Cytology - Pap requisition. Place small label from requisition on Pap Pak slide holder.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: RT
Storage location: Put Pap Pak (containing glass slide), copy of Children's requisition (if submitted), and all copies of the Harborview Medical Center requisitions in the CPA Room Temp Send Outs rack.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Room Temp |
Acceptable |
|
| Refrigerated | Acceptable | |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | 1 - 2 w |
Performing Laboratory
Harborview Medical Center
Pathology's Cytology Laboratory
325 9th Ave
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 744-3150
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
88142
Methodology
Method: None specified
Analytical Volume: None specified
Reference Range
Interpretative report provided.
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Cytology Testing |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | |
| Instructions: |
Label Pap Pak and Harborview Medical Center requisition with Cerner label. Forward requisition to Pathology Administration Staff box. Place Pap Pak and Harborview Medical Center requisition in UWMC specimen bag; send room temperature Monday - Friday with UWMC Courier. |