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HelpTest Code 00004 Lymph Node Biopsy for Touch Preparations
Methodology
Microscopic examination of stained touch preps of suspected malignant lymphoid tissue. If the specimen is adequate, a portion will also be submitted for possible “Leukemia/Lymphoma Flow Cytometry without DNA” as determined by the pathologist.
Note: If test is requested on a Friday, please call Logan Health Medical Center at 406-752-1737 as soon as possible so arrangements can be made with reference laboratory. Specimens need to be delivered to the KRMC Laboratory by 1:00 pm on Friday.
Specimen Requirements
Call Logan Health Medical Center Pathology Department at 406-752-1789 prior to specimen collection for specific instructions.
Container/Tube: Sterile container with
saline
Specimen Volume: Fresh, unfixed
tissue-Fixed tissue is not acceptable.
Collection Instructions:
Deliver as soon as possible to a member of the Pathology Department.
Note:
1. Label container with patient’s legal name, date of birth, collection date, clinician, and specimen source.
2. Specimen source, clinical history/diagnosis, and physician’s name are required.
Forms: “Pathology Requisition” (Listed in Special Instructions)
Specimen Retention Time
2 weeks from reporting date (remaining tissue)
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Thursday
Friday by 1pm
Maximum Laboratory Time
20 minutes from received time (per specimen)
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
| Unfixed tissue | Ambient | |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Appropriate stain(s) will be performed and charged separately.
Performing Laboratory
Logan Health Medical Center Laboratory
Test Classification and CPT Coding
88162
Special Instructions
Note: Complete ALL information including specimen source and all pertinent clinical data (clinical symptoms, history of malignancy, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and tentative diagnosis) and forward with specimen.