Bone Marrow Pathology Consultation
Test Code
BMP P
Associations
Hematologic Malignancies
Methodology
Microscopic evaluation of bone marrow biopsy/clot prep (H&E) and peripheral / aspirate smears; additional stains as required (iron, immunohistochemistry)
CPT Codes
Depending on the services rendered:
88321 – Surgical pathology consultation on previously prepared slides
88323 – Surgical pathology consultation on tissue blocks or unstained slides
88325 – Surgical pathology consultation – Comprehensive with review of records and specimens
88313 xn – Special stain
88342 xn – Immunohistochemistry
88321 – Surgical pathology consultation on previously prepared slides
88323 – Surgical pathology consultation on tissue blocks or unstained slides
88325 – Surgical pathology consultation – Comprehensive with review of records and specimens
88313 xn – Special stain
88342 xn – Immunohistochemistry
Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Specimen Requirements
- Prepared H&E slides or smears
- Prepared paraffin block(s)
- Accompanying history and other medical records
Specimen Stability
Slides or tissue blocks, stable indefinitely at 18-25°C
Storage & Handling
Causes for Rejection
Improper specimen labeling; Inadequate marrow for evaluation; Improper sample submission
Reference Range
Active cellular marrow; No cells diagnostic of malignancy
Related Content
Cytogenetics; FISH; Flow Cytometry; Immunohistochemistry; Gene rearrangements; Quantitative PCR; Special Stains
Description
A board-certified hematopathologist / pathologist evaluates bone marrow morphology for malignancy, dysplasia and non-neoplastic disease.
Submission of peripheral smears and CBC data are required for optimal interpretations. Results of flow cytometric, immunohistochemical, cytogenetic or molecular analyses, when performed, are integrated in the final report.
Submission of peripheral smears and CBC data are required for optimal interpretations. Results of flow cytometric, immunohistochemical, cytogenetic or molecular analyses, when performed, are integrated in the final report.
References
Foucar. (2001). Bone Marrow Pathology 2nd Edition. ASCP Press.
