Fluid for Cytology |
Ordering information: | Cerner Orderable: Cytology Specimen (s), |
Alternate names: | Ascitic Fluid, Drain tube Fluid, Ovarian Fluid, Pericardial Fluid, Peritoneal Fluid, Pleural Fluid, Pouch of Douglas Fluid, Synovial Fluid |
Laboratory: | Cytopathology |
Specimen types: | Fluid |
Container types: | | See Instructions |  |
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Collection Instructions: | Do not add any fixatives. Must be kept refrigerated.
Do not use Serres Suction cannisters. Cytology will not be performed on these. The use of these devices have been reported to cause a cytological artefact mimicking mucin, which may cause a diagnotic dilemma or an erroneous diagnosis. |
Notes: | Please send the total volume of fluid collected for cytology. |
Result Turnaround Time: | 72 hours |
Laboratory Use Only |
Accessing Results
EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.
Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.
Forms & Collection Guides
Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form
Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.
Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.
Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions
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