5-7 days. Histopathology Report: 3-5 business days. Consultation Report: Additional 1-3 business days.
Samples requiring decalcification or other special handling may take longer to process than the stated turnaround time.
Container
To prevent severe biopsy damage when temperatures are below freezing, we recommend adding 1:10 ratio of isopropyl alcohol (70% or greater) to 10% neutral buffered formalin.
Specimen
Submit tissue in 10% neutral buffered formalin, in a biopsy container available through ANTECH™ or other plastic, leak-proof, wide mouth 1 L or smaller container labelled with patients name, tissue source, and date.
Tissue specimens larger than 20 cm are most easily handled by sending them fresh: NO formalin, only enough saline to keep the sample moist, triple bagged to prevent leakage (leaks delay shipping), and refrigerated until pickup.
Test Description
Includes preparation of sample and microscopic interpretation by an anatomical pathologist.
This specialty biopsy is supported by a team of board-certified anatomic pathologists who are experienced in dermatopathology. A boarded pathologist will evaluate the tissue submitted for Histopathology.
Reports include: Source, microscopic description, microscopic findings and pathologist’s comments and direct contact information. In addition, where applicable, reports include margin evaluation, tumor grading, and interpretation of special stains.