Cervical Screening Test - Clinician Collected (Thin Prep) Test | Austin Pathology

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Cervical Screening Test - Clinician Collected (Thin Prep)

Alternate Names	Pap smear - Cytology, CST
Test Code	THINP
Testing Laboratory	Molecular Diagnostics - Infectious
Specimen Type	Cervico-vaginal smears
Container Type	Thin Prep Preserve Cyt Vial
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	This test refers to asymptomatic screening (standard cervical screening), collected by a clinician. For symptomatic screening, please refer to: Oncogenic HPV and Genotype Detection by PCR. For Self Collected swabs please refer to: Cervical Screening Test (CST) - Self Collected Swabs
Collection Instructions	THINPREP COLLECTION GUIDE Plastic Spatula and Endocervical Brush Cervical Sampler Broom Broom and Endocervical Brush
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	Contact Anatomical Pathology on 03 9496 5590 to confirm add on suitability.

Container ID	CC
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception All specimens are to be forwarded to Anatomical Pathology.
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	No

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