Modality

Cytology Non - Gynaec

Location

Dept. of Cytopathology, 5th Floor, Annexe Building

Test Name

Bile / CBD Brushings cytology

Test Code

F418

Test Status

Active

Nature of Specimen

Bile / CBD Brushings

Quantity Required

5 to 20 ml of bile,2-4 brushings collected on slides.

Type of Container

Disposable screw capped container for bile and coplin jar with fixative for brushings

Method Used

Smear preparation, PAP  staining and microscopic examination

Collection Instruction

As per clinician

Patient Instruction

As per clinician

Transport Instruction

Immediate. If  delay is expected, bile can be kept at 2-8 degree Celsius up to 24 hr

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

Use

Cytopathological Diagnosis