Cytology Testing
General Information
- Lab Name
- Lab Code
- 184
- Description
- Cytology is done @ HMC in Pathology. Direct inquiries to 206 744-3150 or to the Pathology Resident on-call.
- Synonyms
- Pap Smear
Interpretation
Ordering & Collection
- Specimen Type
- HMC in Pathology
- Collection
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Separate specimen must be collected for Cytology. Do not combine with collection for Microbiology or Virology specimens.
Note: an HMC Cytology requisition form is required (available from any clinical station or Anatomic Pathology). Collection and processing guidelines are on the back of the requisition form. Please contact Cytology directly for questions. - Handling Instructions
Processing
- Processing
Performance
- LIS Dept Code
- Performing Location(s)
- Other Locations/Notes
- HMC Pathology’s Cytology Laboratory; 325 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104; 206-744-3150
- Frequency
- Available STAT?
Billing & Coding
- CPT codes
- LOINC