| Synonyms: |
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| Specimen: |
Tissue |
| Container: |
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| Volume: |
Representative portion except for Cillia in which entire specimen should be submitted for electron microscopy. Contact Histology Lab 262-3736 with questions. |
| Minimum Volume: |
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| Specimen Collection: |
Tissue from excision, needle, punch, curettage, etc. |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: |
Transport in Electron Microscopy Fixative, contact Histology Lab for fixative, refrigerate for storage. |
| Lab Code: |
PATH |
| Requisition: |
Pathology See Test Requisition 20 (outpatient)
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| Test Includes: |
Microscopic examination with diagnosis |
| Critical Value: |
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| Test Frequency: |
Monday - Friday |
| Routine TAT: |
3-10 working days |
| CPT Code(s): |
88348 |
| LCD or NCD: |
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| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII
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