Biopsy, Tissue
Performing Laboratory
Missouri Baptist Medical Center Surgical Pathology
Methodology
Light Microscopy
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Tissue
Container/Tube: Container with 10% formalin
Specimen Volume: Entire specimen
Collection Instructions: Label container with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, medical record number, date of collection, and type of specimen. Patient’s chart label may replace the name, date of birth, and medical record number.
Forms: Tissue Specimen Data Sheet in Request Forms in Special Instructions
Biopsy side/site and clinical diagnosis are required.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
Routine: 2 to 4 days
Reference Values
Not applicable
Test Classification and CPT Coding
88305