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Department
HISTOLOGY
Collection Requirements
Fresh tissue in dry container or equivalent.
Transport
In-house; transport ambient to Histology, STAT sticker on transport bag.
Off site collection; keep cool, DO NOT FREEZE, send STAT
Preferred Transport Temperature
Room temp or on cool pack; STAT
Stability
10 years
Reference Range
No pathological findings
Performed
Monday – Friday
Reported
15-20 minutes
Permanent 1-4 days
Unacceptable Conditions
Specimen in any type of fixative, specimen not clearly labeled.