Surgical Pathology Professional
Test Code
SPP
Methodology
Microscopic evaluation of surgical samples; previously prepared surgical specimens (H&E slides and other material); additional stains or studies as required (iron, immunohistochemistry, gene rearrangement, etc.)
CPT Codes
88304 - Surgical pathology level III
88305 - Surgical pathology level IV
88307 – Surgical pathology level V
88313 xn – Special stain
88342 xn – Immunohistochemistry
88305 - Surgical pathology level IV
88307 – Surgical pathology level V
88313 xn – Special stain
88342 xn – Immunohistochemistry
Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Specimen Requirements
- Surgical samples received in 10% neutral buffered formalin
- Previously prepared pathology materials (H&E slides, formalin fixed paraffin embedded blocks, smears)
Specimen Stability
Prepared pathology materials, stable indefinitely at 18-25°C
Storage & Handling
Ship samples at ambient temperature
Causes for Rejection
Improper specimen labeling; Inadequate tissue evaluation; Improper sample submission
Description
Surgical tissue (biopsies, excisions, etc.) needing routine microscopic pathological interpretation.
