Site-Specific Factor 2
Peritoneal Cytology
Notes
**Note:** Cytologic examination for malignant cells may be performed on ascites (fluid that has accumulated in the peritoneal cavity in excess amount) or the fluid (saline) that is introduced into the peritoneal cavity, and then removed by suction. The introduction of fluid may be termedperitoneal washing or peritoneal lavage.Default
999NAACCR Item
NAACCR #2890Metadata
None| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 000 | Negative |
| 010 | Positive, malignant cells positive |
| 020 | Test done, results suspicious or undetermined if negative or positive |
| 988 | Not applicable: Information not collected for this case |
| 997 | Test ordered, results not in patient record |
| 998 | Test not done (test not ordered and not performed) No pathologic specimen available |
| 999 | Unknown or no information Not documented in patient record |