3-5 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
A boarded pathologist will evaluate the tissue submitted for Histopathology. A full written biopsy report will be provided, including source, microscopic findings, and pathologist’s comments. The pathologist’s comments will include, where applicable, margin evaluation, grading, interpretation of special stains, and recommendations for further testing if needed.
Note: Firmly and evenly tighten the lid of the formalin jar and check for any leaks prior to placing the sample in a Ziplock/sealable bag with the Test Requisition Form (TRF). A comprehensive history should be included with each biopsy submission.