CD25, IHC with Interpretation (37074X)

Test Code

55038N

CPT Codes
88342

Preferred Specimen

Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue in an IHC specimen transport kit

Other Acceptable Specimens

4 micron unstained sections (x5) in IHC specimen transport kit

Instructions

Pathology report is required

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: Indefinitely
Refrigerated: Indefinitely
Frozen: Unacceptable

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Received frozen

Methodology
Immunohistochemical Assay

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 2-3 days

Clinical Significance

To define T-cells, hairy cells and eligibility for treatment with anti-CD25.

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.