Cytology Fluid Examination, Bronchial Wash

Overview

  • EPIC Code:
  • LAB2451
  • Soft Test Code:
  • CS

Specimen Collection & Preparation

Specimen Requirements

Bronchial Specimen Trap


Alternate Specimen

 


TransportAndStorage

Refrigerated


Collection Instructions

If microbiology examination is also needed, please state on the order


Minimum Volume


Neonatal Volumne

Clinical Interpretation

Reference Range:

Refer to Interpretive Pathology Report


Methodology:
  • PAP Stain

Production Schedule

Sites Performed
  • Parkview Regional Medical Center
Days Performed
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Departments
  • Cytology
Turn Around Time

24 to 48 hours


Coding & Compliance

CPT Coding

88104