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Pathology, Frozen Section
Test CodePreferred Specimen
Inpatient frozen sections before 8 a.m. or after 5 p.m., call SaraPath Diagnostics’ answering service at 941-362-8900 to contact a pathologist.
Specimen Type: Frozen section
Container/Tube: Container with no preservative
Collection Instructions:
1. Submit fresh specimen or place in container with saline. No preservative. Use of gauze pads or specimen in formalin is not acceptable.
2. Orient tissue if appropriate.
3. Label container with at least 2 sources of patient identification (eg, bar code, patient name, date of birth, or other unique identifier), date of collection, and type and site of specimen (eg, biopsy, shave, punch, excision, or ellipse).
Note:
1. Complete a SaraPath Diagnostics requisition, include all relevant clinical information, and submit with specimen.
2. Verify patient name and other unique identifiers on requisition match those on specimen.
3. Specimen may be rejected and returned to originating site if any of the following conditions apply:
a. Patient or specimen identification errors or omissions
b. Incorrect specimen submitted for test requested
c. Damaged or leaking specimen
4. Call SaraPath Diagnostics for:
a. Technical assistance - Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 941-362-8900
b. Courier service or supplies - Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 941-362-8932 or 941-362-8900
c. Schedule frozen section - Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 941-362-8932 or 941-362-8900
Note: STAT Specimen - Call for pick-up of STAT specimen and indicate STAT on requisition.
Setup Schedule
Performing Laboratory
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