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5190 : Tumor of Unknown Primary IHC Panel

INFORMATION:

Alternate Name:
TUMOR OF UNK.PRIM.ORIGIN
Methodology:
Immunohistochemistry
Clinical Utility:
The tumor of unknown primary IHC panel is used to determine the primary tumor site. Number of IHC markers will vary based on each case.

ORDERING:

Test Code:
5190-4
Turnaround Time:
1 DAY
Preferred Specimen:
Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded Tissue
Collection:
Container Qty Temp Stability
Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded Tissue 1 999 DAYS
Collection Instructions:
BLK: This comes in block form from client with surgical number imprint.
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: This comes in a block or slide form from client with surgical number imprint.
Storage/Transport Instruction: Ship block with cold pack during warm weather.
Alternative Specimen:
Unstained Slide

Billing:

CPT Codes:
88341 x 13, 88342 x 1

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CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
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