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HelpTest Code LAB0002318 Biliary Tract Malignancy-Cytology, FISH, Varies
Additional Codes
| Mayo Test ID |
|---|
| FBILM |
Specimen Required
Supplies:
PreservCyt Vial (T536)
CytoLyt Solution (T564)
Specimen Type: Bile duct brushing, bile duct aspirate, hepatobiliary brushing, or hepatobiliary aspirate
Container/Tube: Separate ThinPrep vial containing 20 mL PreservCyt or CytoLyt solution for each specimen
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Collection Instructions: Label with site specimen was collected from (eg, right hepatic duct or common bile duct).
Useful For
Assessing bile duct brushing or hepatobiliary brushing specimens for bile tract malignancy
Additional Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| BILMA | Biliary Tract Malignancy, FISH | No | Yes |
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| BILMB | Biliary Tract Malignancy, FISH | No | No |
| BILMC | Biliary Tract Malignancy, FISH | No | No |
| BILMD | Biliary Tract Malignancy, FISH | No | No |
| BILME | Biliary Tract Malignancy, FISH | No | No |
| BILMF | Biliary Tract Malignancy, FISH | No | No |
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, fluorescence in situ hybridization testing will be performed. When additional specimens are received, the laboratory will add BILMA to the first specimen, BILMB to the second specimen, BILMC to the third specimen, and so on.
Method Name
Cytology Light Microscopy and Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH)
Reporting Name
Biliary Tract Malignancy-Cyto/FISHSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | ||
| Ambient | |||
Reject Due To
| Pancreatic mass Pancreatic cyst Pancreatic fine-needle aspiration (FNA) |
Reject |
Reference Values
Negative for malignancy.
Interpretation
An interpretive report will be provided.
A positive cytology diagnosis is normally definitive for the presence of malignancy.
Suspicious or atypical results need further confirmation by clinical observation, repeat cytology, or perhaps appropriate biopsy.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
7 to 10 daysSpecimen Retention Time
Up to 1 week depending on the resultsPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed using an analyte specific reagent. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
88112
88377 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FBILM | Biliary Tract Malignancy-Cyto/FISH | 95230-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 71291 | Interpretation | 69965-2 |
| 71292 | Participated in the Interpretation | No LOINC Needed |
| 71293 | Report electronically signed by | 19139-5 |
| 71294 | Addendum | 35265-8 |
| 71295 | Gross Description | 22634-0 |
| CY070 | Collection Procedure | 33724-6 |
| CY042 | Source | 22633-2 |
| CY043 | Clinical History | 22636-5 |
| CY044 | Fixative | 8100-0 |
| 71570 | Disclaimer | 62364-5 |
| 71816 | Case Number | 80398-1 |