Laboratory test
Pleural Fluid Cytology
For Pleural Fluid Cytology, the correct sample and collection method are essential. Some procedures require collection by a trained clinician in a medical facility rather than routine home pickup. Confirm clinical indication, sample handling and processing availability before proceeding.
- Sample
- Confirm with the laboratory
- Fasting
- Not required
- Expected report time
- 24–48 hours
- Parameters
- 1
What is the PLEURAL FLUID CYTOLOGY - INLAB?
Pleural Fluid Cytology includes Cytology for Malignant Cells. The listed sample is Pleural fluid. 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 Pleural Fluid Cytology measure?
1 parameter. Expand a group to see the measurements, units and available method details.
Other measurements1 parameter
| Parameter |
|---|
| Cytology for Malignant Cells |
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.
PLEURAL FLUID CYTOLOGY - INLAB: sample & preparation
Sample: Confirm with the laboratory. Fasting: Not required.
- This test is done on a pleural fluid sample collected by your doctor (during a pleural tap). No fasting or special preparation is needed on your part.
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1 parameter · No fasting required · Report time: 24–48 hours
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