LYMPH NODE BIOPSY TISSUE EXAMINATION
| Synonyms: | |
| Specimen: | Excised lymph node |
| Container: | |
| Volume: | Entire specimen |
| Minimum Volume: | |
| Specimen Collection: | Surgical excision of lymph node. |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Transport fresh on ice or in transport media to Pathology as soon as possible after excision if suspecting lymphoma. For Routine Histology place in 10% neutral buffered formalin at room temperature. Contact 262-3736 with any questions. |
| Lab Code: | PATH |
| Requisition: | Pathology See Test Requisition 20 (outpatient) |
| Test Includes: | Gross and microscopic examination with diagnosis |
| Critical Value: | |
| Test Frequency: | Monday - Friday |
| Routine TAT: | 1-3 working days |
| CPT Code(s): | 88305, 88307 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: | See Addendum XVII |