Modality

Cytology Non - Gynaec

Location

Dept. of Cytopathology, 5th Floor, Annexe Building

Test Name

Oral cytology

Test Code

F417

Test Status

Active

Nature of Specimen

Smears

Quantity Required

2 smears per site

Type of Container

Coplin jars containing fixative.

Method Used

Smear preparation, PAP  staining and microscopic examination

Collection Instruction

Not to collect smear from same site at least 15 days after biopsy or immediately after spectroscopy (preferable next day). Not to apply any topical medicine prior to collection

Patient Instruction

Patient not to use mouthwash /gargle, not to chew betel leaves or tobacco prior to collection

Transport Instruction

Immediate

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

Not applicable

Resource Person for Report Status

Lab Manager/HOD 

Telephone

24177000

Extension

4356

Test Schedule

Friday 9.30 am to 4.30 pm and Saturday 9.30am to 1.30 pm

Use

Cytopathological Diagnosis