Non-Gynecological Specimens - Rejection Guidelines
The following specimens will be rejected:
- Specimens received in Vacutainers or other glass containers
- No name on the slide or specimen container
- Partial name on slide or specimen container
- No health card number on the slide or specimen container
- Health card number on slide or specimen container does not match health card number on Cytology Request Form
- 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.