Laboratory test
LBC Cervical Smear
Explore the LBC Cervical Smear test at PingMeDoc™ for the specified laboratory investigation. Check the exact measurements, specimen type, preparation instructions, current price and report turnaround shown in the laboratory catalogue. Ask a doctor whether this test is appropriate for your symptoms or monitoring needs.
- Sample
- Confirm with the laboratory
- Fasting
- Not required
- Expected report time
- 2–3 days
- Parameters
- 1
What is the LBC CERVICAL SMEAR?
LBC Cervical Smear includes Cytology Interpretation (Bethesda System). The listed sample is LBC CERVIX or CERVICAL SMEAR or DIG HC2 DEVICE or SUREPATH or PRESERVCYT. The parameter table provides the available units and method details. Discuss the measurements with your clinician in the context of the investigations requested.
What does the LBC Cervical Smear measure?
1 parameter. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.
Other measurements1 parameter
| Parameter |
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| Cytology Interpretation (Bethesda System) |
The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.
LBC CERVICAL SMEAR: sample & preparation
Sample: Confirm with the laboratory. Fasting: Not required.
- Avoid intercourse, vaginal douching, tampons, or vaginal medicines for 24-48 hours before the test, and avoid scheduling it during your menstrual period if possible. The sample is collected by a doctor or nurse using a small brush during a pelvic examination.
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1 parameter · No fasting required · Report time: 2–3 days
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