Surgical Pathology Consultation

SPC

Test Synonym:

Associations:

CPT Code:

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 t

Turnaround Time:

2-4 days

Methodology:

Microscopic evaluation of previously prepared surgical specimens (H&E slides and other material); additional stains or studies as required (iron, immunohistochemistry, gene rearrangement, etc.)

Specimen Requirements:

Previously prepared pathology materials (H&E slides, smears, or other samples, reports, history, and differential diagnosis)

Causes for Rejection:

Improper specimen labeling; inadequate tissue evaluation; improper sample submission

Specimen Stability:

Prepared pathology materials, stable indefinitely at 18-25°C

Storage and Handling:

Ship samples at ambient temperature

Reference Range:

Indication:

A board certified pathologist evaluates tissue morphology for malignancy, dysplasia, and non-neoplastic disease in context with provided clinical information and ancillary clinical findings. Results of flow cytometric, immunohistochemical, cytogenetic, or molecular analyses, when performed, are integrated in the final report.