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HelpTest Code BRONCHIAL General Information (Not orderable in LIS)--Bronchial Washing For Cytology
Specimen Type
Washing
Minimum Collection Volume
1-2 mL for washings
Collection Instructions
Washings or aspirations collected during the endoscopic examination should be collected and properly labeled with 2 patient identifiers (Full Name and DOB and/or MRN is acceptable),specimen source, and collection date.. Specimens should be transported immediately to the Pathology Department located on the second floor of the hospital.
Rejection Criteria
Improper labeling or fixation.
Specimen Storage and Stability
After hours, specimen should be transported immediately to the Phlebotomy Dispatch Unit on first floor.
Turn Around Time
24-48 hours
Lab Department
Cytology
Alias
Bronchial Washing; Esophageal Aspiration; Tracheal Aspiration; Bronchoalveolar Lavage;BAL;
Acceptable Collection Container
Clean plastic container or Cytolyt collection vial.
Additional Information
Include type of specimen and pertinent clinical information on requisition, ie, age, clinical impression, past diagnoses, radiographic findings, history of radiation or chemotherapy, and infectious diseases suspected.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, 8:00am-6:30pm