Brushings Kit #16 and Mailers
Kit Number: | Brushings Kit #16 |
Kit Contents: | frosted-end glass slides (upon request); NGYN ThinPrep vial; biohazard bag; absorbent cloth; plastic slide holder; styrofoam mailers; mailing labels; biohazard sticker |
Kit Description: | Instructions For Submitting Specimens For Non-gynecologic Evaluations. This kit is intended for collection and shipment of brushing (non-gynecologic) specimens for analysis of premalignant or malignant disease. |
Collection Instructions: | See test section |
Shipping Instructions: | (1) Insert glass slide in plastic slide holder; (2) Label holder with full legal name of patient; (3) Place the NGYN ThinPrep vial and/or plastic holder into the biohazard bag; (4) Place biohazard bag and requisition orders into styrofoam container; (5) Place completed requisition form in the styrofoam mailer; (6) Label the styrofoam mailer with the following: Your laboratory/clinic's address, WSLH Cytology Department address, Diagnostic specimen label, Biohazard sticker. PLEASE NOTE: Transport ASAP or within 12 hours. The specimen does not need to be refrigerated or packed with ice. The styrofoam mailer does not need to be placed in a biohazard bag. Transport via courier or shipping carrier with a tracking option strongly preferred. |
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