INDIRECT IMMUNOFLUORESCENT MICROSCOPY

Synonyms:  
Specimen: Blood 
Container:  
Volume: Entire specimen 
Minimum Volume:  
Specimen Collection: Approximately 10 cc blood 
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Submit in purple top tube on ice as soon as possible. 
Lab Code: PATH 
Requisition: Pathology  
Test Includes: Gross and microscopic examination with diagnosis 
Critical Value:  
Test Frequency: Monday - Friday 
Routine TAT: 1-3 working days 
CPT Code(s): 88347 
LCD or NCD:  
Methodology Used: See Addendum XVII