Test Methodology

Routine Cytology

Running Day:

Monday to Saturday

Turn Around Time:

After 3-5 working days

Specimen Requirement:

a) slides, fixed in 95% alcohol or b) aspired fluids;

Note: Specimen must be accompanied by a properly accomplished request form (patient’s name, history, clinical diagnosis etc.)

Patient Preparation:

None

Special Considerations:

None

Unit Conducting the Service:

Histopathology