Alpha 1-Antitrypsin, IHC without Interpretation [19283X]

Message
Testing performed at Quest Diagnostics.
Call WX Pathology to order.


Test Code
Path 25(call lab to order)


CPT Codes
88342-TC

Preferred Specimen
Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block submitted in an IHC specimen transport kit


Other Acceptable Specimens
3 unstained, positively charged slides


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Indefinitely
Refrigerated: Indefinitely
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)

Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Fri a.m.; Report available: Next day



Last Updated: April 8, 2015


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.