2.List of examinations under scope of Cytopathology Section

SrSpecific tests/ examination performed
1Fine needle aspiration materialCytology smearH & E, MGG, PAP Stain
2Body fluidsCytology smearH & E, MGG, PAP Stain
3SputumCytology smearH & E, MGG, PAP Stain
4Cervical/ PAP smearCytology smearPAP stain

3.Opening hours of laboratories

  1. For Fine needle aspiration sample collection room OPD - 10
    1. Monday to Friday : 9 AM to 1 PM and 4 PM to 6 PM
    2. Saturday : 9 AM to 1PM
  2. For Cytopathology laboratory
    1. Monday to Friday : 9 AM to 5 PM
    2. Saturday : 9 AM to 1PM

4.The examinations offered by the laboratory

Type and amount of sample to be collected

SrSpecific test/examination performedMaterial for examinationSample storage container
1Fine needle aspirated materialCytology smearSlides
2 Body fluidCytology smearEDTA/ Heparin Vacutainer
3Sputum and UrineCytology smearPlastic container
4Cervical / PAP SmearCytology smearSlides

Special timing of collection

SrSpecific test/examination performedSpecial timing of collectionSpecial precautionTurn Around Time (TAT)
1Fine needle aspirated materialAny time between 9 am – 1 pm and 4 pm – 6 pm <3 working days
2Body fluidAny time. ( 9 am – 5 pm)Within 2 hours of collection<3 working days
3SputumEarly morning sampleWithin 2 hours of collection<3 working days
4Cervical / PAP SmearAfter 10 to 20days of menstruation <3 working days
5UrineInitial morning sample to be discardedWithin 2 hours of collection<3 working days