Additional Testing Information

Specimen Collection:
1. Label specimen container with patient full name and birthdate or MRN. Indicate specimen source and type including laterality and lobe from which specimen was collected.
2. Specimen should be a FRESH, UNFIXED fluid collection in a sterile leak-proof container.
3. Volume of 5 mL preferred (minimum of 2 mL required).
4. Complete Cytopathology Non-Gynecological requisition/order filling in all appropriate sections, indicating specimen site, laterality and include pertinent clinical data.
NOTE: Indicate special stains on BAL requisition/order if requested. Lipid laden and hemosiderin macrophage index are NOT acceptable on bronchial washings.
5. Refrigerate if there is a delay in sending specimen to the Laboratory. Send order/requisition with specimen to Lab Specimen Receiving (LSR), Borwell 4th floor.

Container: Lukens trap or sterile container. Call Central Stores/Distribution 630-650-6101 (5-6101) for supplies and delivery.

Label: Patient full name and date of birth or MRN (if available) as well as specimen type (BAL vs. bronchial washing), laterality and lobe.

Requisition/Order: Cytopathology Non-Gynecological (form F-312) e-DH number LAB13

Required pertinent information including: patient demographics; clinical history; complete specimen identification (type, source and laterality); collection date; tests or studies requested; providers name, location and number is required. Indicate if there is a known, suspected lesion or previous malignancy or any chemotherapy/radiation or surgical therapy.