Pseudonyms
Cytology, serial sputum
Collection Requirements
Fresh - Keep sample refrigerated.
For Serial sputums - See notes.
Please indicate whether sample is post-bronchoscopy sample.
Tube Colour
Yellow Top Universal
Test image(s)
Requires own tube?
No
Department
Anatomical PathologyAvailability
Weekdays
Fee
Medicare rebatable
Notes
For serial sputum collections , 3 deep cough samples are collected on 3 consecutive days separately.
Rinse mouth out with water before colletion. Collect sample before meals.
Test code: Cyto
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