Sample Submission (Histo & Cyto)

1. All specimen sent to ADL should be attached with 2 copies of request form, which must be filled with patient’s information, clinical history and time/date of sample collection. The request forms will be provided by ADL upon request. Request forms from other institution are also accepted.

2. Both the specimen and request form sent must carry the same patient’s identification.

3. Fresh specimen from the operation theatre could be sent directly without delay to the laboratory by 4.00pm on the same day, so that specimen can be examined fresh and necessary trimming done.

4. Specimen collected after 4.00pm can be dispatched by the next working day morning after immersion in fixative.

5. Routine specimen fixed with proper fixative can be sent anytime (during office hours) directly to ADL counter.