Specimen Type/Requirements

Fresh - submitted in sterile container.

Collection Instructions:

1. Gather supplies.

• Sterile container
• Sterile container with sterile saline (brushings only)

2. Collect specimen.

A. Brushings:

• Cut brush tip off into properly labeled sterile container with sterile saline added.
• If additional brushings are collected from the SAME site, repeat using the same container.
• Use separate container for brushings from separate sites.

B. Washings or Lavage:

• Add specimen to properly labeled container.

3. Label specimen container in presence of the patient at the time of collection.

• Two unique patient identifiers (name, MRN, DOB)
• Specimen source and method of collection
• Collection date and time

4. Transportation:

• Specimens must be submitted in an appropriately labeled container with a secure lid to prevent leakage during transport and placed in a biohazard transport bag.
• All specimens must be submitted with the appropriate Cytology Order requisition - place in the outer fold of the biohazard bag.