Test Code Pap Smear Pap Smear
Additional Codes
Epic EAP |
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LAB4638 Pap Smear |
Specimen Requirements
Collection Information:
Stability
Ambient
Performing Laboratory
Pathology Laboratory, UnityPoint Health, Des Moines
CPT
Varies
Performance
Testing Laboratory:
Pathology Laboratory
Laboratory Section:
Cytology
Interpretive Data
The PAP test is a screening test for cervical cancer with inherent false-negative results. A negative PAP smear result does not preclude the presence of carcinoma or intraepithelial lesion.