BD SurePath™ Pap Test



BD SurePath™ liquid-based Pap test

Our collection and preservative vials for gynecological applications have been renamed BD SurePath™ liquid-based Pap test . This approach is designed to put the patient at ease and communicate our commitment to the accuracy of results to patient and healthcare providers alike. The BD SurePath™ test pack includes a vial with our preservative liquid, formerly known as BD CytoRich™ preservative , as well as all collection, storage and transportation components.
BD SurePath™ liquid-based Pap test is a FDA approved thin-layer cell preparation process intended for use in the screening and detection of cervical cancer, pre-cancerous lesions, atypical cells and all other cytologic categories as defined by The Bethesda System for Reporting Cervical/Vaginal Cytologic Diagnoses*.

BD SurePath™ liquid-based Pap test
Optimized gynecological application-specific preservatives provide:
  • Immediate and complete cell fixation which maintains cell morphology resulting in superior nuclear detail.
  • Extended sample stability (4 weeks at room temperature, 15-30°C, and 6 months refrigerated, 2-10°C).
  • Extended shelf life (36 months from date of manufacture).
  • Immuno/Probe cytology compatible.
  • Non-hazardous for transport purposes.
  • Less than 24% Ethanol, a preferred fixative for cytology specimens.
  • Color Coding for ease of identification.

BD CytoRich™ Non-Gyn Red Preservative*


  • The cytological preservative for the next millennium.
  • Excellent for fine needle aspirations.
  • General non-gyn and endometrial cell preservation.
  • Solubilizes protein and lyses red blood cells.

BD CytoRich™ Non-Gyn Blue Preservative*


  • General Purpose Cell Preservative.
  • Recommended for use as a general cytology preservative including urine. This is a non-hemolytic preservative.

1. Kurman RJ, Solomon D (editors). The Bethesda System for Reporting Cervical/Vaginal Cytologic Diagnoses: Definitions, Criteria and Explanatory Notes for Terminology and Specimen Adequacy. New York, Springer Verlag, 1994.
*The BD CytoRich™ Preservatives are not approved for use in the replacement of cervical Pap smear preparations.

 

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