Methodology
Immunohistochemistry
Specimen Type
Tissue
Performing Lab
ARUP
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
1-3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Formalin fix (10 percent neutral buffered formalin) and paraffin embed specimen (cells must be prepared into a cellblock)
Container Type
Paraffin Embedded Tissue Block
Collection Instructions
5 unstained (3-5 micron thick sections), positively charged slides are also acceptable. Protect paraffin block and/or slides from excessive heat. If sending precut slides, do not oven bake.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Indefinite; Refrigerated: Indefinite; Frozen: Indefinite
Rejection Criteria
Depleted specimens; Specimens submitted with non-representative tissue type
Processing Instructions
Complete an ARUP requisition and submit with specimen room temp. Call Apollo Courier Service for pick-up Monday-Friday.
CPT Codes
88342
Revised
03-18-18
Initials
SL