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cytopathology services
Open Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Call Client Services 804-828-PATH (828-7284); 1-800-363-9234
 Cytopathology services offers expert cytologic interpretation and consultation of gynecological, non-gynecological and fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens with the ultimate goal of attaining the most accurate and complete diagnosis possible. We utilize the most advanced technologies available including light microscopy, immunocytochemistry, special stains and liquid base mono-layer pap smear preparation (SurePath).
24 Hour Turnaround |
| A preliminary interpretation of Fine Needle Aspirations is offered within 30 minutes. FNA final results are available within 24-72 hours and are subject to any required ancillary studies. |
Turnaround Time
Gynecological: 48-72 hours; Nongynecological: 48 hours; Fine Needle Aspiration: 24-72 hours. Turnaround times on all final interpretations are subject to ancillary studies that may need to be performed.
Tests Performed
- Light microscopy utilizing routinely both Papanicolaou and Diff-Quik stains; special stains and immunocytochemistry when necessary
- Conventional and liquid based pap smear preparations
- HPV testing on liquid based paps
Please refer to the following:
HPV Reflex Testing on Liquid-based Cytology Preparations
- Cell block preparation on body fluids and fine needle aspiration specimens when possible
- Fine Needle Aspiration Service
- Consultation service on all types of cytologic cases
Specimen Handling Client Services 804-828-PATH (828-7284); 1-800-363-9234
All pertinent information available upon request.
Special Instructions
All Cytology specimens must be properly labeled with patient's full name, medical record number, source of material and must be accompanied by HIS specimen pick up sheet/label or manual requisition with all requested information provided. An order needs to be placed in the computer system for all specimens along with pertinent clinical history, differential diagnosis and other details. Patient's last name must be written in pencil on all glass slides submitted.
The Anatomic Pathology Receiving area is located at the MCV campus in the Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall Street, 6th floor, (804) 828-9739.
For further inquiry contact:
Mary Ann Pedigo, Laboratory Supervisor, (804) 628-1288, mpedigo@mcvh-vcu.edu
Dr. Celeste N. Powers, MD, PhD, Chair of the Division of Anatomic Pathology, Director of Anatomic Pathology Services and Cytopathology, Office: (804) 828-9739, cpowers@mcvh-vcu.edu
Updated
March 3, 2008
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