Ductal Lavage Cytology
Also known as: Breast Ductal Lavage Cytology, FirstCyte™ Breast Test
Use
Determine and/or differentiation of normal versus premalignant versus malignant cells
Special Instructions
Include the patient's name, birth date, sex, Social Security number, previous malignancy, drug therapy, radiation therapy, mammogram, and all other pertinent clinical information on the request form.
Limitations
The results of the ductal lavage cytology test should not be used as definitive evidence for the presence or absence of breast carcinoma. This test is intended to be used in conjunction with other breast cancer detection methodologies, such as mammography and physical examination, for a more comprehensive evaluation.
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 22633-2
- 52797-8
- 47526-9
- 22638-1
- 22636-5
- 22639-9
- 19139-5
- 22634-0
- 22635-7
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Body Fluid
Volume
Entire CytoLyt® tube
Minimum Volume
Entire CytoLyt® tube
Container
CytoLyt® solution (30 mL tube)
Collection Instructions
Follow instructions in the FirstCyte™ Breast Test package insert. Specific procedures include using a FirstCyte™ Aspirator and MicroCatheter, administering lidocaine, infusing electrolyte solution, and collecting ductal effluent.
Patient Preparation
Refer to FirstCyte™ instructions for use.
Storage Instructions
Store in a cool dry place.
Causes for Rejection
Improper fixation; improper labeling; specimen submitted in vial that expired according to manufacturer's label