Abdominal Fluid Cytology

Casandra

Casandra Test Code LC49208Version 1 (DRAFT)

Performing Lab

Lab LabcorpLab Test ID 009050CPT Code 88112

Abdominal Fluid Cytology

Also known as: Abdominal Effusion Cytology, Paracentesis, Pelvic Washings

Clinical Use

Order Test

Use

Establish the presence of primary or metastatic neoplasms; aid in the diagnosis of fungal and parasitic infestation of serous cavities

Special Instructions

Not provided.

Limitations

Allowing fluid to stand for a prolonged period before processing may cause deterioration and artifact. First tapping of fluids of long duration may be degenerated and require a second tap after reaccumulation. Proper labeling and fixation are imperative to avoid rejection. Specimens with improper labeling, gross contamination due to spillage, improper fixation, or those submitted in expired vials will be rejected.

Test Details

Methodology

Chromosomal / Cytogenetics

Biomarkers

Targets not provided.

LOINC Codes

Result Codes

22633-2 - Path report.site of origin Spec
52797-8 - Dx ICD code
47526-9 - Cytology Spec Doc Cyto
22638-1 - Path report.comments Imp Spec
22636-5 - Path report.relevant Hx Spec
22639-9 - Path report.supplemental reports Spec
19139-5 - Pathologist name
22634-0 - Path report.gross Spec
22635-7 - Path report.microscopic Spec Other Stn

Result Turnaround Time

2-6 days

Specimen

Body Fluid

Volume

50 mL or more

Minimum Volume

More than 5 mL

Container

1200-cc Cardinal Health Guardian™ disposable hard canister or 120-mL BD Vacutainer® sterile urine collection cup

Collection Instructions

Label the container with patient's name, hospital number, room number, date, and type of specimen. Deliver immediately to the cytology laboratory. If more than a 24-hour delay is anticipated between collection and receipt in the laboratory, please add 1 mL (1000 units) of heparin for each 300 mL of collected fluid. To the entire volume (up to 1 liter) add an equal volume of 50% ethyl alcohol or Saccomanno fixative.