ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory
| 8209706: Cytology, Fine Needle Aspirate |
| Test Mnemonic: FA | |
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Methodology: Routine Cytopathologic Evaluation
Performed: Mon-Fri Reported: 1-5 days |
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Collect: Refer to Cytology, Fine Needle Aspiration Collection in this section for specific collection and transportation guidelines.
Transport: Refer to Cytology, Fine Needle Aspiration Collection in this section for specific collection and transportation guidelines. Unacceptable Conditions: Refer to specimen rejection in the Cytopathology section in the front of this User's Guide. Stability: Refer to Cytology, Fine Needle Aspiration Collection in this section for stability. |
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| By report |
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| This CPT code may also be reported in conjunction with aspiration of the specimen (10021) and/or immediate on-site evaluation of the specimen (88172). Additional CPT codes may be reported depending on the preparation methods, such as: 88106, 88108, and/or 88305. |
| CPT Code(s): | |
| 88173 This CPT code may also be reported in conjunction with aspiration of the specimen (10021) and/or immediate on-site evaluation of the specimen (88172). Additional CPT codes may be reported depending on the preparation methods, such as: 88106, 88108, and/or 88305. |