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5200 Harry Hines Blvd.
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Dallas
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TX
75235
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General Information
Alias: Deep Cough Sputum, Pulmonary Cytology
Performed: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Turn Around Time: Routine within 48 Hrs, With Ancillary Studies 1-7 Days
CPT Codes: 88112 or 88014 ; or 88305; Additional CPT codes may apply is special ancillary studies are required
Performed By: Cytology
Notes: Expectorated sputum, not saliva or nasal aspirates.
Link:
Cytology Services Sputum Cytology
Components
Name |
Method |
Sex |
Age Range |
Ref. Range Low |
Ref. Range High |
Units |
Sputum Cytology |
Routine Cytologic Evaluation |
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N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
Specimen Requirements
Type |
Container |
Volume |
Units |
Collection / Delivery |
Storage / Transport |
Off Campus |
Expectorated Sputum |
50 cc specimen container |
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Sputum is submitted in a standard sterile sputum cup. Sputums should be sent immediately to the Cytology Lab after collection. If a delay is anticipated, add 50% alcohol and refrigerate. |
Refrigerate |
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