Cytology

We provide screening and diagnostic testing of gynecological, non-gynecological, and fine needle aspiration specimens.

Gynecologic Cytopathology Services

  • Pap Test - ThinPrep, SurePath and Conventional
  • Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) - Testing for ASC-US triage or primary screening of women under 30

Non-GYN Cytopathology Services

Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA)- Performed by pathologists or by pathologists assisting with clinicians using CT scan or Ultrasound guided technology

Pulmonary

  • Sputum
  • Bronchial brushing / washing
  • Bronchoalveolar lavage with evaluation for malignancy or for opportunistic infections using AFB and GMS staining

Urologic

  • Voided or catheterized Urine
  • Bladder wash
  • Ureteral or renal pelvis washing / brushing
  • FISH analysis for DNA ploidy

Body Cavity Fluids

  • Pleural
  • Pericardial
  • Peritoneal

Cerebrospinal Fluid

Gastrointestinal

  • Oral, esophageal, gastric brushing / washing
  • Biliary system brushing
  • Endoscopic ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration