Specimen Requirements

1. Obtain adequate specimen from endocervix using a plastic spatula.

2. Rinse spatula as quickly as possible into PreservCyt® solution by swirling spatula vigorously in vial 10 times.
3. Obtain adequate specimen from endocervix using a endocervical brush device. Insert brush into cervix until bottom most fibers are exposed. Slowly rotate 1/4 to 1/2 turn in 1 direction. Do not overrotate.

4. Rinse brush as quickly as possible in PreservCyt® solution by rotating brush 10 times while pushing against vial wall. Swirl vigorously to further release material. Discard brush.
5. Transport to laboratory immediately.

Note:  1. Label vial with patient’s name (first and last), medical record number or date of birth, date and time of collection, and specimen source.
2. Please complete a “Surgical Pathology/Cytology Request Form,” including patient’s clinical history and diagnosis, and forward it with the specimen.