GYNECOLOGIC SAMPLE PREPARATION
4.4
ThinPrep 2000 Processor Operator’s Manual
Collect Gynecologic Sample, Using the Endocervical Brush/Spatula Device
Physician/clinician instructions for collecting gynecologic samples.
1.
Obtain
an adequate sampling from the ectocervix using a
plastic
spatula.
2.
Rinse
the spatula as quickly as possible into the PreservCyt
Solution vial by swirling the spatula vigorously in the vial
10 times. Discard the spatula.
3.
Obtain
an adequate sampling from the endocervix using an
endocervical brush device. Insert brush into the cervix until only
the bottom-most fibers are exposed. Slowly rotate 1/4 or
1/2 turn in one direction. DO NOT OVER-ROTATE.
4.
Rinse
the brush as quickly as possible in the PreservCyt Solution
by rotating the device in the solution 10 times while pushing
against the PreservCyt vial wall. Swirl vigorously to further
release material. Discard the brush.
5.
Tighten
the cap so that the torque line on the cap passes the
torque line on the vial.
6.
Record
the patient’s name and ID number on the vial.
Record
the patient information and medical history on the cytol-
ogy requisition form.
Note:
If the sample is to be processed immediately, allow the sam-
ple to stand in the PreservCyt Solution vial for at least
15 minutes before processing.
If the sample is to be sent elsewhere for processing, continue
with the next step.
7.
Place
the vial and requisition in a specimen bag for transport to
the laboratory.
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