FNA

Test Name
FNA
Aliases
FNA
Provincial Mnemonic
FN
LOINC Test Code
N/A
Description and Primary Use
Staining of sample for the m icroscopic examination of cells to determine if cancer or precancerous cells are present in the sample.
Reorder interval
clinican discresion
TAT
48 hours routine, urgent 24 - 48 hours
Test Cost
Not Available
Tier
1 - General Availability
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

N/A

Required Consultations
N/A
Algorithms and Guidelines

Clinican’s discretiona nd clinical history

Special Patient Preparation

N/A

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements

Sample colledcted inCYTO Rich Red fixati ve

Criteria for Rejection

Precious  sample- no reject

Laboratory Service Area
Performing Laboratory / Site
LAMC
Last Updated
24-May-19