Cytology
Our Services
Cytology interpretation (clinical and research, multiple species)
Appointments & Lab Hours
Hours of operation: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday; 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday.
Contact laboratory directly for requirements for sample submission.
Samples are accepted from clinical patients on a daily basis.
Research sample submission must be arranged with the laboratory supervisor prior to sample submission.
Tests Offered In-House
- Body cavity fluid analysis
- Bone marrow aspirate interpretation
- Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
- Joint fluid analysis
- Tissue aspirate/impression smear interpretation
- Tracheal wash/bronchoalveolar lavage interpretation
| Instrumentation | Tests |
|---|---|
| Olympus BX40 microscope | Light microscopy |
| SPOT Real time digital camera | Digital photography |
| Harleco Midas III Automatic Stainer | Wright’s stain |
| Shandon Cytospin 3 Cytocentrifuge | Cytocentrifugation |
Contact
Jana Fletcher , laboratory supervisor (consulting and scheduling)
Ph: (614) 292-7955
fletcher [dot] 51 [at] osu [dot] edu
Rm 0044
Veterinary Medical Center
601 Vernon L. Tharp Street
Payment
Fee for service payment. Please contact the fletcher [dot] 51 [at] osu [dot] edu.
