Cytology, Fine Needle Aspirate
Abbrev Code: | FNACT | ||
Order Code: | LAB1410 | Order Name: | Fine Needle Aspiration |
Synonyms: | Aspiration Biopsy Cytology; Fine Needle Aspirate; Needle Aspiration Cytology; Cytology, Pancreas; FNA, Thyroid; Lymph Node; EUS; EBUS; Lung, Nodule | ||
Methodology: | Preparation, staining and microscopic evaluation | ||
CPT Codes: | 88173 x1, 88305 x1, 88173-26 x1, 88305-26 x1 | ||
Test Includes: | Preparation and microscopic evaluation; if special stains or immunoperoxidase stains are indicated they are ordered by the pathologist and performed by laboratory at additional charge. Aspiration by a pathologist will add professional fee. May include on site interpretation by a pathologist if requested. | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Fri, 0800-1500; results are reported within 1-3 days. If special stains or immunohistochemical procedures are necessary, additional time may be necessary. | ||
Special Instructions: | Provide pertinent clinical history. If a liquid sample is obtained, such as from a cyst, see Cytology, Cyst Fluid for preparation instructions. Slides must have two unique identifiers: Full name and date of birth or medical record #. Write the site on the slides and indicate air-dried or fixed. For thyroids, indicate nodule size in comment section and site should include left, right or isthmus and inferior, mid, or superior. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Fine needle aspirate |
Container: | Afirma Tube, Formalin Container (less than 50 mL), See Collection Instructions |
Collection Instructions: | Fine needle aspirates may be collected using one of two methods, depending on type of guidance used.
Fine needle aspirates may be treated by either of two methods, depending on source and type of specimen.
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Causes for Rejection: | Syringe with needle attached. No two patient identifiers. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Store at room temperature. RPMI store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Place Afirma tube into empty urine collection container or plastic slide holder first. Slides should be placed in plastic slide holders. Ship specimen in green room temperature biohazard bag. Send specimen in purple refrigerator biohazard bag if RPMI was collected. |
Stability: |
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Test Performed at or Referral Lab | UM Cytology (UMMC East Bank) |
Interpretive
Reference Range: | Results reported as negative to positive for malignant cells or other abnormalities. |
Use: | Diagnosis of primary or metastatic malignant neoplasms; aid in the diagnosis of infections with fungi or some viruses. |
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