IMMUNOHISTOLOGIC STAIN SLIDE PREPARATION ()
Department: Histology
Test Synonym(s): IHC Stain Only, Slide Prep only, IHC stain, IHC, Technical Component, Histology, IHC stain, IHC Stain Histology
Test Components: Stained slide and control
CPT Codes: 88341, 88342, 88344
Methodology: Immunohistochemistry
Specimen: Prepared unstained tissue cut at 4-5 microns. Use positively charged slide and affix tissue to lower half of slide. Do not use adhesive.
Alternate Specimen: Tissue block
Temperature: Room temperature
Stability: Slides are stable indefinitely Protect against breakage Paraffin block is temperature sensitive and may need to be submitted on ice in hot weather
Reasons for Rejection: 1) Incorrect or incomplete patient identification. Label both the test requisition and container with 2 patient identifiers. 2) Slide broken beyond repair
Days Performed: Monday - Friday
Times Performed: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
TAT: 48 hours
Special Instructions: Complete VPLS Test Requisition. Request special requisition form No 60-002-664 listing stains if you will be ordering these on a regular basis. Package slides in durable slide holder and place with any blocks in padded envelope to protect from breaking.
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