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Cytology – Body Fluid

Description

Cytologic evaluation of body fluid samples. Includes gross examination, total protein concentration, cell counts (where indicated and with EDTA and non-flocculent samples), preparation of direct, concentrated and cytocentrifuge slides (where indicated), and microscopic evaluation by a clinical pathologist.

Code1162
SectionClinical Pathology
SpeciesAmphibian, Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Reptile, Rodent
Specimen

1.0 mL body fluid and air-dried slides

Sampling Requirements

None

Collection Container

Fluid: EDTA tube (purple top) and non-additive tube. 

For small volume samples where two tubes cannot be collected, EDTA tube (purple top) is preferred.

Packing Instructions

Label all samples.

Special Instructions

Provide the origin of the fluid (e.g. pleural effusion, joint fluid, transtracheal wash fluid) and a brief clinical description or history.

A $3.25 fee will be charged for cases with no location and no clinical description.

The Cytology – Body Fluid test only applies to fluid collected from a normal anatomic structure (e.g. thoracic cavity, joint space, airway). If fluid is collected from a mass, Cytology – Aspirate/Smear (1161) will be ordered.

Price$50.00
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