Useful For
Detection of malignant, pre malignant processes as well as the presence of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) in Anal (Rectal) pap smear specimens.
Method Name
Cytology
Aliases
PAP Smear, ThinPrep, Cytology - PAP Smear, Anal Pap, Rectal Pap, HPV, Anal Fluid
Specimen Type
For rectal pap (male or female):
- rectal brush
Specimen Required
- Rectal Paps (Male or Female):
- Rectal Pap reflex to HPV: This means that HPV testing will only be performed on this specimen if the Cytology result is ASC-US (Atypical Squamous Cells of Undetermined Significance)
- Rectal Pap with HPV: Both a Pap and an HPV test will be performed regardless of the diagnosis
Specimen Stability Information
Specimens should be preserved in ThinPrep preservative and transported at room temperature.
- See ThinPrep vial for any additional information
Rejected Due To
- Improper labeling
- Collected in any container fixative other than a ThinPrep vial
Performing Laboratory
Glens Falls Hospital laboratory, Cytology department.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Cytology testing is performed Monday through Friday between 8 am and 4 pm.
Analytical Time
- Expected turnaround time is 3 to 4 weekdays for Cytology and HPV testing performed at Glens Falls Hospital.
- Note: specimens sent directly to reference labs for this testing may have a longer turnaround time!
Specimen Retention Time
- 30 days
Reflex Tests
Rectal Paps (Male or Female):
- Rectal Pap reflex to HPV: This means that HPV testing will only be performed on this specimen if the Cytology result is ASC-US (Atypical Squamous Cells of Undetermined Significance)
CPT Code Information
- 88175
Analytical Time
- Expected turnaround time is 3 to 4 weekdays for Cytology and HPV testing performed at Glens Falls Hospital.
- Note: specimens sent directly to reference labs for this testing may have a longer turnaround time!