Collect	Obtain cellular material from the cervix using a spatula, endocervical brush or broom device
	Remarks	Avoid collecting a sample at time of menses, or in the presence of a severe purulent discharge. The goal is to capture exfoliated cells from the transformation zone, and to sample the endocervix. For Thin prep paps, immediately agitate the brush in the liquid “PreservCyt” fixative, against the inside of the container, to dislodge all mucous. The vial of fixative must be labeled with the patient’s name and medical record number. HPV testing is available on material collected in Thin Prep Preservcyte solution with or without morphologic evaluation. Indicate whether HPV testing is desired directly on the cytology requisition.
	Notes	All specimens must have two forms of patient identification on them and be accompanied by a Cytology Requisition that includes the patient name, medical record number, source of specimen and the submitting physician’s name. Slides must be labeled with the patient’s name and medical record number (if available) using a pencil. An adequate clinical history including pertinent lab/x-ray findings is essential. Missing information may result in a delay of the pathology report. Supplies listed below are available from the General Stores or the Cytology Laboratory. Submit all specimens including night and weekend specimens to Central Processing.

88175 or GO125 *The CPT codes provided are based on the AMA guidelines and for informational purposes