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| Investigation | Sputum Cytology | | Indications | Cytological assessment to detect atypical or cancerous cells. | | Specimen Type | An early morning specimen on three consecutive days (not three specimens all taken on the same day) obtained by a deep cough (not saliva or nasal secretion) | | Request Form | Cellular Pathology (Yellow) | | Transport Medium | Sputum pot | | Delivery Time | ASAP | | Storage Temp / Special conditions | Refrigerate at 2-4°C. | | Turn around time for final test | 48 hours | | Related tests | None | | HOW TO guides | None | | Information leaflets | None | | Publications | None | | Guidelines | None |
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