Special Handling

Dacron/Polyester swab is inserted about 3 cm (or until resistance is met) into the anal canal past the anal verge, into the rectal vault. This is done without visualization of the anal canal. Firm lateral pressure is applied to the swab handle as it is rotated and slowly moved in and out. Slowly withdraw swab from the anal canal. Swish the swab vigorously in PreservCyt fluid in the ThinPrep vial. Discard the swab. Cap and tighten the ThinPrep vial. Swab that is grossly contaminated with feces should be discarded and the collection repeated.