Cytopathology Services is open Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm; Call Client Services 804-828-PATH (828-7284); 1-800-363-9234
After hours FNA procedures
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Cytopathology services offers expert cytologic interpretation and consultation of gynecological, non-gynecological and fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens with the ultimate goal of attaining the most accurate and complete diagnosis possible. We utilize the most advanced technologies available including light microscopy, immunocytochemistry, special stains and liquid base mono-layer pap smear preparation (ThinPrep).
We additionally offer FNA services to the VCU Medical Center hospitals and clinics and to patients referred from physicians for FNA to our Cytodiagnosis Center. Please click here to request a FNA
Turnaround Time
A preliminary interpretation of Fine Needle Aspirations is offered within 30 minutes. FNA final results are available within 5-7 days and are subject to any required ancillary studies.
Gynecological: 5 days; Nongynecological: 3-5 days; Fine Needle Aspiration: 5-7 days.
Turnaround times on all final interpretations are subject to ancillary studies that may need to be performed.
Tests Performed
- Light microscopy utilizing routinely both Papanicolaou and Diff-Quik stains; special stains and immunocytochemistry when necessary
- Conventional and liquid based pap smear preparations
- Cell block preparation on body fluids and fine needle aspiration specimens when possible
- Superficial Fine Needle Aspiration Service
- Consultation service on all types of cytologic cases
Specimen Handling
Client Services 804-828-PATH (828-7284); 1-800-363-9234
All pertinent information available upon request.
Special Instructions
All Cytology specimens must be properly labeled with patient's full name, medical record number, source of material and must be accompanied by HIS specimen pick up sheet or label. An order needs to be placed in the computer system for all specimens along with pertinent clinical history, differential diagnosis and other details. Patient's last name must be written in pencil on all glass slides submitted.
The Anatomic Pathology Receiving area is located at the MCV campus in the Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall Street, 6th floor, Rm. 6-110, (804) 828-9739.
Leadership and Contacts

Sadia Sayeed, MD
Gynecologic & Cytopathology

Sadia Sayeed, MD
Gynecologic & Cytopathology
Pathology
Director of Cytopathology;
Associate Director Cytopathology Fellowship;
Associate Professor of Pathology
Email: Sadia.Sayeed@vcuhealth.org

Taylor Jenkins, MD
Gynecologic Pathology & Cytopathology

Taylor Jenkins, MD
Gynecologic Pathology & Cytopathology
Pathology
Assistant Professor of Pathology;
Associate Program Director, Pathology Residency AP;
Associate Program Director, Cytopathology Fellowship
Phone: (804) 628-4852

Jason Reardon, MD
Thoracic Pathology & Cytopathology

Jason Reardon, MD
Thoracic Pathology & Cytopathology
Pathology
Assistant Professor
Phone: (804) 628-6793
Email: Jason.Reardon@vcuhealth.org

Valentina Robila, MD, PhD
Surgical Pathology

Valentina Robila, MD, PhD
Surgical Pathology
Pathology
Associate Professor;
Director of Breast and Cardiothoracic Pathology;
Director of Surgical Pathology Fellowship;
Associate Director Pathology Residency Program AP
Phone: (804) 628-2999

Miguel Rufail, MD, PhD
Anatomic Pathology & Cytopathology

Miguel Rufail, MD, PhD
Anatomic Pathology & Cytopathology
Pathology
Medical Director, Tissue and Data Acquisition and Analysis Core (TDAAC)
Breast Pathology
Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology
Phone: (804) 828-9739
Email: Miguel.Rufail@vcuhealth.org