Test Directory
140 Biopsy, GI
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Biopsy, Gastrointestinal
Indefinite
See Report
Specimen Requirements
One specimen per appropriately sized container with 10% formalin
Method
Formalin fixed preparation with H&E stain
Schedule
Mon-Fri
Turn-Around Time
24-48 hrs
Instructions/Notes
See Appendix, Biopsy Specimens
Clinical Utility
Histologic evaluation of gastrointestinal tract tissues to confirm the presence or absence of stomach cancer.
CPT Codes
88305
