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Renal (kidney) biopsy for special studies
MessageA reference lab "Renal Pathology Consultation requisition must be completed and faxed to the reference lab in advance of the procedure.
Submit the specimen to the lab with a manual Surgical Pathology request form (not ordered in computer).
Submit the specimen to the lab with a manual Surgical Pathology request form (not ordered in computer).
Test Code
Renal biopsy for special studies
Preferred Specimen
Three cores or wedges of renal cortex 1.5 X 0.1 cm in diameter each
Minimum Volume
Two cores of renal cortex
Instructions
Submit three cylindrical segments of renal cortex in sterile saline.
Transport Container
Sterile container with sterile saline
Specimen Stability
Submit to the laboratory immediately upon collection
Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am - 3:30pm, excluding holidays
After hours and on weekends call the laboratory in advance so special arrangements can be made
Specimen is sent to a reference lab for Immunoflourescence, electon microscopy and light microscopy
After hours and on weekends call the laboratory in advance so special arrangements can be made
Specimen is sent to a reference lab for Immunoflourescence, electon microscopy and light microscopy
Report Available
2-3 weeks
