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CYTOLOGY, PAP TEST
Test Code: Path Gyn
COLLECTION INFORMATION
Container
Liquid Prep vials. Do not use the vials after the expiration date.
Volume Required
NA
Specimen Type
Liquid Prep; Liquid Prep w/ HPV; Liquid Prep Reflex ASCUS; Liquid Prep Reflex ASCUS+
Turnaround Time
5 days
ALTERNATE SPECIMEN INFORMATION
NA
Testing Location
Aultman
In-House
CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS
Include last menstrual period date and any clinical information.
📝 Specimen Collection
Collected by clinician/nurse practioner via broom or brush/spatula combination in liquid-based preservative.
🌡️ Transport Temperature
Ambient
📝 Stability
30 days
📋 Test Includes
Screening for pre-malignant and malignant changes in the female genital tract: cervix, endocervix, vagina, vault
📋 Additional Details
Also Known As:
PAP; Pap smear; Pap with HPV; ASCUS Reflex Pap; Liquid Prep Pap
Availability:
Mon-Fri
Test Codes:
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