Department Name |
CYTOPATHOLOGY |
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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 |
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Use |
Cytopathological Diagnosis |
TATA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Dr. E Borges Road, Parel, Mumbai - 400 012 India
Phone: +91-22- 24177000, 24177300, 69537300
Fax: +91-22-24146937
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