Estrogen and Progesterone Receptor Assay - Surgical Pathology - Tissue Biopsy - IHC
Specimen Collection Information
- Label container with patient's full name and date of birth or MRN (if available). Indicate specimen source.
- Specimens submitted in 10% neutral buffered formalin need to be fully submerged with the optimal approximate specimen volume of 10:1 or higher
| Specimen | Container |
|---|---|
| Tissue |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Transport fresh tissue immediately or refrigerate.
Ambient temperature is acceptable for formalin fixed tissues.
Specimen Stability
Stable if in fixative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday.
CPT(s)
88342; 88341; 88360; 88344
Performing Lab Section
Histology
Turnaround Time
Typical turnaround time for biopsies is 4 business days.
Ordering
eDH Users:
LAB1900, Surgical Pathology
non-eDH Users:
• All requisitions must be labeled with:
• Patient name, date of birth and medical record number
• Name of the ordering provider
• Anatomic site and collection date
• Brief patient history