Cyst fluids - various
Clinical Background:
Most common types received are from breast, thyroid, and pancreas. All cyst types will be examined to confirm or exclude presence of malignant cells.
Special investigations (immunocytochemistry and...
Most common types received are from breast, thyroid, and pancreas. All cyst types will be examined to confirm or exclude presence of malignant cells.
Special investigations (immunocytochemistry and special stains for infections) can be performed.
Test Details
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Discipline:
Cytology, Non-gynaecological, Cyst fluids
Cytology, Non-gynaecological, Cyst fluids
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Specimen Container Adult:
25ml Universal Container or 60ml Sterilin pots
25ml Universal Container or 60ml Sterilin pots
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Minimum Volume Adult:
20ml (less will be accepted if necessary)
20ml (less will be accepted if necessary)
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Special Requirement:
Can be stored at room temperature for short periods, or store in refrigerator (2-8oC)
Can be stored at room temperature for short periods, or store in refrigerator (2-8oC)
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Transport Requirements:
Standard
Standard
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Quality Assurance:
NEQAS technical EQA scheme
NEQAS technical EQA scheme
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Routine Telephone:
0191 282 4437
0191 282 4902
0191 282 4437
0191 282 4902