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Laboratory Medicine

Test Directory / Urine - Cytology / assessment for malignant cells

Urine - Cytology / assessment for malignant cells

50 ml Sterile Container - White Top (No Additive)

TestUrine - Cytology / assessment for malignant cells
Common Abbreviation
Test typeCytology
Sample typeUrine
Specimen Container Type70ml Sterile Container Pot
Sample Testing Amount30ml minimum if possible
Stability Ensure out of hours samples are refrigerated to prolong cell preservation.
Turnaround Time10 calendar days
LaboratoryCytology, York
Reference Interval
Additional NotesProvide a fresh sample of urine (not the first void/early morning specimen). Long-standing catheter samples should be avoided where possible. If a catheter has been used, ensure this is clearly stated on the request form. Ensure out of hours samples are refrigerated.
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Maternity access at York Hospital - Saturday 22 February

On Saturday 22 February, 8am-6pm, there will be a temporary change of vehicle access to the maternity unit at York Hospital. Access via entrance 2 will be closed to allow essential works to be completed. 

If you are attending the maternity unit at York on this day, please drive in via the entrance for A&E (marked blue light priority).

The multi-storey car park will not be affected by this change, and any non-urgent visitors should continue to park in this area.