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Fine Needle Aspirate - Cytology
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Diagnosis of neoplasms, and some infections and reactive processes. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Monday-Friday.
FNA Bookings - 6457 2138 (Mon-Fri) |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| FNA - Cytology, |
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Code:
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CYTN |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample ambient.
Slides must be packaged in separate bags from samples containing formalin. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Not Applicable
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Sterile Container (STERILE), |
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Sample Type:
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Fluid; Smears; Cell-Blocks |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Obtaining satisfactory material for cytological assessment requires training, and generally FNA should be performed only by an experienced Cytopathologist or, in the case of deep aspirations, a Radiologist experienced in obtaining FNA samples.
For queries on FNA sampling from regional and remote areas, please contact the testing laboratory. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Please note: Slide carriers should be counted as ONE specimen only regardless of how many slides are received.
DO NOT OPEN the slide carrier under any circumstances as ID checks will be performed by the Cytology department. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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Stability:
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12 hours ambient |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample ambient.
Slides must be packaged in separate bags from samples containing formalin. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Cytology |
Anatomical Pathology |
Fiona Stanley Hospital |
6152 8461 |
| Cytology |
Anatomical Pathology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6457 3512 |
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Last Updated : 23-10-2023 09:07 |