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Electron Microscopy, Tissue Biopsy, Surgical Pathology

Important Note

Specimens submitted for Electron Microscopy are generally in conjunction with studies performed at DH. The tissue for Electron Miscroscopy is sent out at the discretion of the Anatomic Pathologist.

eD-H Order Code

LAB1900, Surgical Pathology

Specimen Collection Information

Specimen Container
Tissue

Specimen Transport Temperature

Transport fresh tissue immediately or refrigerate. EM Fixative (Glutaraldehyde) available on request.

Specimen Stability

Stable if in fixative

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Off hours covered by Pathologist/Pathology Resident on-call

CPT(s)

88300; 88302; 88304; 88305; 88307; 88309; 88348

Performing Lab Section

Surgical Pathology

Turnaround Time

Varies.