Biopsy – Oncology – > 3 or a single mass > 2 cm dia. – VMC Only
> Test List > Biopsy – Oncology – > 3 or a single mass > 2 cm dia. – VMC Only
Overview
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | Pathology |
| Sample Comment | Incisional (punch or wedge) or excisional biopsy (excludes Dermatohistopathology and Gastrointestinal Biopsies). 4 or more tissues or if the base of any of the submitted tissues (single or combined) exceeds the 6 x 6 cm grid (see Introduction 'Special Information for Surgical/Dermatological Submission' for grid). |
| Turnaround Time | 3 - 5 Days |
Shipping & Handling
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Specimines Container | Leak proof containers individually labeled |
| Shipping & Handling | Fix in 10% Formalin for minimum of 24 hours. Transfer tissues to 70% alcohol (isopropyl, ethyl or rubbing alcohol) for shipping in very cold weather. |
Additional Information
If more than 10 Histopathology slides are required per submission, each additional slide will be charged the appropriate Histopathology-Paraffin process, embed, cut and stain H & E fee.