Gynecological Specimens - Rejection Guidelines

The following specimens will be rejected:

  • No name on the slide
  • Partial name on slide
  • No health card number on the slide
  • Health card number on slide does not match health card number on Cytology Request Form
  • Patient name on Cytology Request Form does not correspond with health card number and date of birth
  • No patient demographics on Cytology Request Form

For further questions on our policies, authorized medical personnel may call 902-473-7592 or 902-473-8408. For results and added orders, authorized medical personnel may contact Laboratory Reporting and Inquiries at 902-473-2266.