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 Recent changes for Cytology - Tzanck Smear

Recent changes for Cytology - Tzanck Smear
DateFieldChanged FromChanged To
11th November 2024
Preferred Container Type

Slide

Slide
Slide Cytomailer

Transport Instructions between sites and/or laboratories

Please ensure Cytology specimens are sent in a separate Biohazard bag from any accompanying Histology biopsy specimens (Formalin pots). Formalin vapour affects cytology specimen preservation.

Cytology - Tzanck Smear

Alternative Names:Tzanck Smear for Cytology
Herpes Smear for Cytology
Laboratory:Anatomical Pathology
Test Code:CY
Specimen Types:Skin Scrapings
Container Types:
Slide
Slide Cytomailer
Collection & Request Instructions:

Label glass slide in pencil on the frosted end with the patients full name, UR number and date of birth.

Remove the top of the skin vesicle using a scalple.

Place the slide on top of the exposed base of the vesicle and take a direct imprint on the slide.

Immediately spray the whole of the slide with fixative from a distance of approximately 20cm.

Allow the slide to dry.

Place the slide in the Cytomailer, close, and place in a biohazard bag for transport..

  

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature

Please ensure Cytology specimens are sent in a separate Biohazard bag from any accompanying Histology biopsy specimens (Formalin pots). Formalin vapour affects cytology specimen preservation.

Assay Frequency:Weekdays