[Histonet] Cyto prep question

[Sheila Haas]

We had the same problem here and after much QC to follow
trends, found that it was the same two clinicians. They
had 2 of 8 exam rooms with the wrong lubricant and also
needed more information on collection. Since then, no
further problems.
 
Sheila Haas
Laboratory Supervisor
Micro Path Laboratories
 




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From: Mike Pence <mpence <@t> grhs.net>
To: histonet <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu
Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 10:27:18 AM
Subject: [Histonet] Cyto prep question

I know this many not be the forum to ask this question, but I know many
of us have cyto depts. within our labs.

We have been seeing an increase in the number of unsatisfactory urine
specimens from our Urology group lately and it is due to lubricant on
the ThinPrep filter.  We have worked with the Urology group and they are
using the recommended lubricant from the manufactory.  We see the
problem even when the urine is diluted in CytoLyt for several hours. Has
anyone else experienced this problem?

Thanks in advance,
Mike
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