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Cytology - Shared Sample with Microbiology

Alternative Names:Microbiology - Shared Cytology Sample
Laboratory:Anatomical Pathology
Test Code:Cytology
Registration Instructions:

When a single shared sample for microbiology and cytology (AP) is received in  CSP:

1) Register for procedure "CYTO". This will produce a specimen label which states "Share with AP". Place this label on the sample.

2) Register for the specific microbiology test

3) Place a "Shared Specimen" label onto the request slip.

4) Make a copy of the request slip for Cytology and mark as "Slip Only" on the request and in  Deliver this slip to

Deliver the specimen to microbiology first. 

See CD_SP_0207 for further details

Specimen Types:Fluid
Container Types:
Sterile Container
Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Daily