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LAVAGE AND WASH CYTOLOGY (NGY)
Department: CytologyTest Synonym(s): NGY, BW, BAL, Bladder lavage
Methodology: Call Lab for assistance at 615-322-2721.
Tube Type: Sterile specimen container, no glass containers accepted
Specimen: Specimen as collected (may be bronchial, peritoneal, pelvic, esophageal, gastric, renal pelvic or bladder)
Volume: Amount that can be collected; 3 cc to 50 cc is optimal.
Minimum Volume: 3 cc
Temperature: Room temperature if received in lab within 1 hour, otherwise must be refrigerated.
Stability: Room temperature: 1 hour
Reasons for Rejection: Mislabeled specimen, insufficient fluid for processing.
Days Performed: Monday - Friday; closed major holidays
Times Performed: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 a.m.
TAT: 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) for cases without cell block or special stains; cases with cell block or special stains may require a longer turn-around time.
Significance: Patient history of prior or suspected malignancy is needed; carcinoma, melanoma, lymphoma, etc.
Special Instructions: Call the lab for assistance: 615-322-2721
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