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CD43, IHC with Interpretation

Test Code
10868X


CPT Codes
88342

Preferred Specimen
Formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue in an IHC specimen transport kit


Other Acceptable Specimens
4-micron unstained slides or fixed tissue or tissue in neutral buffered formalin


Instructions
Pathology report is required


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


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


Methodology
Immunohistochemical Assay (IHC)

Setup Schedule
A.M. Sets up 6 days a week.


Clinical Significance
Useful in the diagnosis of lymphomas, particularly (with
antibody testing) small lymphocytic lymphomas, mantle cell
lymphoma, and marginal zone lymphoma.




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.