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