Pseudonyms
Tzank Smear, Cytology, Cytopathology, Herpes
Collection Requirements
Slides (Air-dried and/or fixed).
See notes.
Tube Colour
Slides, Yellow Top Universal
Requires own tube?
No
Department
Anatomical PathologyAvailability
Weekdays
Fee
Medicare rebatable
Notes
For collection advice contact Cytology 03 9342 7752.
Label glass slides in lead pencil with the patients name, UR No. and specimen type. Smear directly onto slide and smear, fix immediately in 95% alcohol. Coplin jars of 95% alcohol are available, contact 03 9342 7853.
Test code: Cyto
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