| Synonyms: |
Peritoneal Fluid, Abdominal Fluid, Ascitic Fluid |
| Specimen: |
Ascites Fluid |
| Container: |
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| Volume: |
20-50 mL |
| Minimum Volume: |
1-2 mL |
| Specimen Collection: |
Place specimen in pre-heparinized container or add 3 IU of heparin for each mL of fluid. Mix. |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: |
Transport fresh, unfixed specimen at room temperature. Refrigerate if transport is delayed. |
| Lab Code: |
CYTP |
| Requisition: |
Cytology
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| Test Includes: |
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| Critical Value: |
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| Test Frequency: |
Monday - Friday |
| Routine TAT: |
2 working days |
| CPT Code(s): |
88108, 88112 |
| LCD or NCD: |
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| Methodology Used: |
52 See Addendum XVII
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