CLSI GP15 T : 1991

Provides recommendations on how to collect and process a quality Pap smear specimen for analysis. Gives practical recommendations on patient preparation; collection of exocervical and endocervical specimens including discussion of collection devices and anatomical illustrations; design of a test requisition form with a sample form included; slide preparation and fixation; staining methods and techniques, including preparation, storage, safe use, and retention of slides. A vital educational and procedural resource for hospital and referral laboratories, cytopathologists, obstetrician/gynaecologists, family practitioners, and cytotechnologists.