Modality

Cytology Non - Gynaec

Location

Dept. of Cytopathology, 5th Floor, Annexe Building

Test Name

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cytology

Test Code

F414

Test Status

Active

Nature of Specimen

Cerebrospinal fluid

Quantity Required

1 ml

Type of Container

Plastic disposable screw capped cryotube

Method Used

Smear preparation, PAP  & MGG staining and microscopic examination

Collection Instruction

As per clinician

Patient Instruction

As per clinician

Transport Instruction

Immediate / by pneumatic chute

Dept. Acceptance Time

Monday to Friday from 9.30 am to 04.30 pm and Saturday 9.30 am to 1.30pm.

Turn Around Time

Within 24-72 hr (Excluding Holidays)

Time for Additional Examination

Not applicable

Sample Storage After Reporting

24 hr

Resource Person for Report Status

Lab Manager/HOD 

Telephone

24177000

Extension

4356

Test Schedule

Monday to Friday

Use

Cytopathological Diagnosis