Test Catalog

Test Id : CYTNG

Not Orderable

Cytology Non-Gynecologic, Varies

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Test Catalog

Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Detecting malignant and premalignant changes

Reflex Tests
Lists tests that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial tests.

Test Id Reporting Name Available Separately Always Performed
NTPPC Non-GYN ThinPrep No No
NCSPC Cell Concentration No No
CSOPC Cytology Smears Other No No
CSAPC Cytology Smears Other, 5 Add'l No No
NDSPC Non-GYN Direct Smear No No
CBKPC Cell Block No No

Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.

Reflex tests will be performed at an additional charge based on the specimen processing method performed.

Method Name
A short description of the method used to perform the test

Light Microscopy

NY State Available
Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.

Yes

Reporting Name
Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test

Cytology Non-GYN

Aliases
Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching

CYBF

Miscellaneous, Cytology

Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.

Reflex tests will be performed at an additional charge based on the specimen processing method performed.

Specimen Type
Describes the specimen type validated for testing

Varies

Necessary Information

1. An acceptable cytology request form must accompany specimen containers and include the following: Patient's name, medical record number, date of birth, sex, source (exact location and procedure used), date specimen was taken, name of ordering physician and pager number.

2. Submit any pertinent history or clinical information. A complete clinical history is imperative for the diagnostic accuracy of cytology.

ORDER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Question ID Description Answers
CY066 Collection Procedure
CY058 Source
CY059 Clinical History
CY060 Fixative

Specimen Required
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Contact the testing lab for specific instructions.

 

Specimen Type: Non-gynecologic cytology specimen

Supplies: CytoLyt Solution (T564)

Container/Tube:

Preferred: CytoLyt solution

Acceptable:

1. PreservCyt solution in prefilled vial

2. Specimens with equal volume of 50%, 70%, 80%, or 95% ethanol

3. Specimens fixed in carbowax, CytoSpin collection fluid, or CytoRich red

Specimen Volume: A minimum of 20 mL or entire collection

Collection Instructions:

1. Specimen containers must be labeled with a minimum of 2 unique identifiers (patient's name and medical record number).

2. Indicate the specimen source and source location on the label.

 

Specimen Type: Spinal fluid

Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial

Submission Container/Tube: Container with equal volume of 50%, 70%, 80%, or 95% ethanol

Specimen Volume: A minimum of 1 mL

Collection Instructions: Specimen containers must be labeled with a minimum of 2 unique identifiers (patient's name and clinic number).

 

Specimen Type: Smear

Container/Tube: Plastic slide container

Specimen Volume: Glass slide

Collection Instructions:

1. Slides should be immediately fixed in 95% ethanol or sprayed with commercially available fixative. Smears that have been air-dried or Diff-Quik stained may also be accepted.

2. Label containers with a minimum of 2 unique identifiers (eg, patient name and medical record number or date of birth), specimen source, and date of collection. Label each glass slide in pencil with a minimum of 2 unique identifiers. If multiple slides are submitted, each slide must have proper identification.

Specimen Minimum Volume
Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the testing laboratory. The minimum volume is sufficient for one attempt at testing.

See Specimen Required

Reject Due To
Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected

No specimen should be rejected.

Specimen Stability Information
Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Varies Ambient (preferred)
Refrigerated

Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Detecting malignant and premalignant changes

Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.

Reflex tests will be performed at an additional charge based on the specimen processing method performed.

Clinical Information
Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test

This test is used for the identification of malignant cells by cytopathology interpretation from nongynecological body sites.

Reference Values
Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.

Negative for malignant cells

Interpretation
Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results

Suspicious or atypical results need further confirmation: clinical observation, repeat cytology, or perhaps appropriate biopsy.

 

Positive results should be confirmed by histologic examination of tissue before definitive therapy is instituted.

Cautions
Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances

No significant cautionary statements

Clinical Reference
Recommendations for in-depth reading of a clinical nature

Mody DR, Thrall MJ, Krishnamurthy S, eds. Diagnostic Pathology: Cytopathology, 2nd ed. Elsevier; 2019

Method Description
Describes how the test is performed and provides a method-specific reference

The specimen is processed using CytoSpin or ThinPrep instruments to preserve cellular integrity. The smeared or processed slides are then stained using a Papanicolaou stain, coverslipped, and analyzed microscopically by a cytotechnologist and pathologist.(Instruction manuals: Cytospin 4 Operator's Manual. Thermo Scientific; A78310250 Issue 4, 2004; ThinPrep 2000 System Operator's Manual. Hologic; MAN-02585-001 Rev. 006, 02/2017; ThinPrep 5000 Processor Operator's Manual. Hologic; MAN-02203-001 Rev. 003, 08/2017)

PDF Report
Indicates whether the report includes an additional document with charts, images or other enriched information

No

Day(s) Performed
Outlines the days the test is performed. This field reflects the day that the sample must be in the testing laboratory to begin the testing process and includes any specimen preparation and processing time before the test is performed. Some tests are listed as continuously performed, which means that assays are performed multiple times during the day.

Monday through Friday

Report Available
The interval of time (receipt of sample at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to results available) taking into account standard setup days and weekends. The first day is the time that it typically takes for a result to be available. The last day is the time it might take, accounting for any necessary repeated testing.

2 to 5 days

Specimen Retention Time
Outlines the length of time after testing that a specimen is kept in the laboratory before it is discarded

Up to 1 week, depending on results

Performing Laboratory Location
Indicates the location of the laboratory that performs the test

Rochester

Fees
Several factors determine the fee charged to perform a test. Contact your U.S. or International Regional Manager for information about establishing a fee schedule or to learn more about resources to optimize test selection.

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Test Classification
Provides information regarding the medical device classification for laboratory test kits and reagents. Tests may be classified as cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and used per manufacturer instructions, or as products that do not undergo full FDA review and approval, and are then labeled as an Analyte Specific Reagent (ASR) product.

This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.

CPT Code Information
Provides guidance in determining the appropriate Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code(s) information for each test or profile. The listed CPT codes reflect Mayo Clinic Laboratories interpretation of CPT coding requirements. It is the responsibility of each laboratory to determine correct CPT codes to use for billing.

CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.

88104-NDSPC (if appropriate)

88108-NCSPC (if appropriate)

88112-NTPPC (if appropriate)

88161-CSOPC (if appropriate)

88162-CSAPC (if appropriate)

88305-CBKPC (if appropriate)

LOINC® Information
Provides guidance in determining the Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC) values for the order and results codes of this test. LOINC values are provided by the performing laboratory.

Test Id Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
CYTNG Cytology Non-GYN 32785-8
Result Id Test Result Name Result LOINC Value
Applies only to results expressed in units of measure originally reported by the performing laboratory. These values do not apply to results that are converted to other units of measure.
71276 Interpretation 69965-2
71277 Participated in the Interpretation No LOINC Needed
71278 Report electronically signed by 19139-5
71279 Addendum 35265-8
71280 Gross Description 22634-0
CY066 Collection Procedure 33724-6
CY058 Source 22633-2
CY059 Clinical History 22636-5
CY060 Fixative 8100-0
71567 Disclaimer 62364-5
71813 Case Number 80398-1

Test Setup Resources

Setup Files
Test setup information contains test file definition details to support order and result interfacing between Mayo Clinic Laboratories and your Laboratory Information System.

Excel | Pdf

Sample Reports
Normal and Abnormal sample reports are provided as references for report appearance.

Normal Reports | Abnormal Reports

SI Sample Reports
International System (SI) of Unit reports are provided for a limited number of tests. These reports are intended for international account use and are only available through MayoLINK accounts that have been defined to receive them.

SI Normal Reports | SI Abnormal Reports