Unlabeled specimen
Syringe not capped/Syringe with needle
Source not given
Collection Comments
Locate Cyst Fluid in specimen type dropdown. In the comments section, please detail exact source of cyst. This will print on the generated label.
Submitting personnel must verify source by writing on Cerner label and providing signature.
CytoRich tube:
Place cyst contents directly into CytoRich fixative tube. Tightly cap tube and label with patient identification. Place in biohazard bag for transport.
Capped Syringe:
Specimen can be submitted in the fresh state – after collection, tightly cap the syringe and keep it in the refrigerator until it is delivered. Label syringe with patient Identification and specimen source. Place in biohazard bag for transport.
Storage/Transport Temperature
CytoRich tube: Ambient
Fresh specimen in capped syringe/sterile cup: Refrigerated
Performed
Monday - Friday
Reported
1 - 2 days
Performing Lab
Cytology
Synonyms
8901
Breast cyst
Pancreas cyst
Ovarian cyst
Cyst
Reference Interval
A pathologist reviewed report will be rendered.
CPT Codes
88112
Test Code (Outreach Synonym)
8901
Catalog Code
204788071
Collection
Collect
OR
CytoRich tube Capped syringe
Orderable is Cytology NonGYN
Unacceptable Conditions
Unlabeled specimen
Syringe not capped/Syringe with needle
Source not given
Collection Comments
Locate Cyst Fluid in specimen type dropdown. In the comments section, please detail exact source of cyst. This will print on the generated label.
Submitting personnel must verify source by writing on Cerner label and providing signature.
CytoRich tube:
Place cyst contents directly into CytoRich fixative tube. Tightly cap tube and label with patient identification. Place in biohazard bag for transport.
Capped Syringe:
Specimen can be submitted in the fresh state – after collection, tightly cap the syringe and keep it in the refrigerator until it is delivered. Label syringe with patient Identification and specimen source. Place in biohazard bag for transport.
Storage/Transport Temperature
CytoRich tube: Ambient
Fresh specimen in capped syringe/sterile cup: Refrigerated
OR 
