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 Recent changes for Cytology - Bronchial Brushing, Washing & BAL (Sendaway Test)

Recent changes for Cytology - Bronchial Brushing, Washing & BAL (Sendaway Test)
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13th March 2024
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Cytology - Bronchial Brushing, Washing & BAL (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:Bronchial Brushing for Cytology
Bronchial Washing for Cytology
BAL for Cytology
Bronchio Alveolar Lavage for Cytology
Laboratory:Anatomical Pathology
Test Code:CY
Medicare rebatable:No
Specimen Types:Bronchial Washings
Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Container Types:
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Collection & Request Instructions:

Bronchial brushing smears.

 

Please place smears in fixative immediately before they have a chance to dry in air. White plastic Coplin jars and green alcohol fixative solution are available from the Cytology laboratory.

 

Bronchial Washings and Bronchoalveolar lavages.

 

These specimens require no fixative to be added, but need to be sent to Pathology Central specimen collection without delay.

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature

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