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Routine Cytopathologic Evaluation
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Mon-Fri
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| Reported: |
1-5 days
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Collect: Refer to Cytology, Bronchoalveolar Lavage Specimen Collection in this section for specific collection and transportation guidelines.
Transport: Refer to Cytology, Bronchoalveolar Lavage Specimen Collection in this section for specific collection and transportation guidelines.
Remarks: Use this for all nonopportunistic infection indications (e.g., malignancy).
Unacceptable Conditions: Refer to specimen rejection in the Cytopathology section in the front of this User's Guide.
Stability: Varies. Refer to Cytology, Bronchoalveolar Lavage Specimen Collection in this section for stability.
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