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ThinPrep™ 5000 Processor with AutoLoader Operator’s Manual
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YNECOLOGIC
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REPARATION
SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Collect Gynecologic Sample Using the Broom-Like Device
Physician/clinician instructions for collecting gynecologic samples.
1.
Obtain
an adequate sampling from the cervix using a broom-
like device. Insert the central bristles of the broom into the
endocervical canal deep enough to allow the shorter bristles to
fully contact the ectocervix. Push gently, and rotate the broom in
a clockwise direction five times.
2. Rinse the broom as quickly as possible into the PreservCyt
™
Solution vial by pushing the broom into the bottom of the vial
10 times, forcing the bristles apart. As a final step, swirl the
broom vigorously to further release material. Discard the
collection device.
3. Tighten the cap so that the torque line on the cap passes the
torque line on the vial.
4. Record the patient’s name and ID number on the vial.
Record the patient information and medical history on the
cytology request form.
Note:
If the sample is to be processed immediately, allow the
sample 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.
5.
Place the vial and requisition in a specimen bag for transport
to the laboratory.
Refer to the instructions provided with the collection device for warnings,
contraindications, and limitations associated with specimen collection.
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