| Epic code: | LAB9612 |
| Order form: | Anatomic Pathology Consult Requisition |
| Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
| Billing: | Billing Policies |
| CPT code: | 88112 |
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| SurePathTM collection devices |
One SurePath collection vial with detached dacron or polyester-tipped swab or Cervex-brush(broom)head in proprietary fixative solution.
See collection video link. This video will take you through the step-by-step collection procedure of pap test.
Anal Pap test specimens fixed in formalin or placed in a specimen container other than SurePath collection vials are not acceptable.
2 working days
The pathologist will provide an interpretative report.
Normal result is: negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy.
Anal/Cervical/Endocervical/Vaginal cells collected in a preservative fluid, automated liquid based preparation (SurePath collection fluid).
Complete patient history must accompany the specimen. Provide age, specimen source, previous abnormal smears, chemotherapy and/or radiation. Be sure and label the collection container with the patient's name and medical record number. The sample container should contain the detached head of the broom (see Sample Collection Instruction Video or BD SurePath Collection Vial literature).
Pap Smear, Cervical/Vaginal Smear
Pap Test Overview
The sample container (SurePath vial) should contain the detached head of the brush or swab.
Video for pap collection: (see Sample Collection Instruction Video or BD SurePath Collection Vial literature).