Specimen Requirements

Cytology supplies (containers with fixative, brush, etc.) are available upon request. Please contact Histology Laboratory Department at 712-279-3164 prior to specimen collection.

Specimen Type: Bronchial brushings

Container/Tube: Sterile container with fixative solution

Specimen Volume: Entire collection

Collection Instructions: Obtain specimen with the aid of a bronchoscope.

Additional Information:

1. Label container with patient’s name (first, last, and middle initial), date of birth, date and time of collection, and source of specimen.

2. The following specimens will be returned to submitting physician:
A. Spilled specimen
B. No request form
C. Name on request form does not match name on specimen

Forms: Non-GYN Cytology Request Form including patient’s name (first, last, and middle initial), medical record number (if appropriate), date of birth and/or Social Security number, date and time of collection, medical history, source of specimen, and initials of person collecting specimen