Beginning November 1, 2001, there will be a decrease in cytotechnologist staff in the cytology laboratory from 75% to 50% of full staffing. This will likely result in a significant increase in turn around time for Pap tests. Non-gynecological cytology specimens will not be affected.

Although we expect this to be a temporary situation, we are trying to recruit in a period where there is a national shortage of cytotechnologists. As always, any urgent patient care needs will continue to be addressed as quickly as possible.

Questions or concerns can be directed to Chris Jensen, M.D. (6-3217), chris-jensen@uiowa.edu or Sue Zaleski (6-3976), ZaleskiM@uihc.uiowa.edu.