| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Breast Aspirate | 21 calendar days, Room Temp in ThinPrep PreservCyt® fluid |
Specimen Requirements
Breast aspirate sample in Thinprep PreservCyt® fluid (green and white label vial).
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Method |
Schedule
Mon-Fri
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Turn-Around Time
24-48hrs
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Instructions/Notes
To ensure that the vial is tightly sealed, align the mark on the cap with the mark on the vial to prevent leakage. Store the specimen in Thinprep PreservCyt® fluid (container) at room temperature. Send to Pathology Inc. the same day specimen is collected.
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Clinical Utility
To determine risk level for breast cancer
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CPT Codes
88112
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