KIDNEY BIOPSY TISSUE EXAMINATION

Synonyms: Renal Biopsy 
Specimen: Needle Biopsy of Kidney 
Container:  
Volume: Entire specimen 
Minimum Volume:  
Specimen Collection: Needle biopsy of kidney tissue. 
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Contact Histology Lab 262-3736. 
Lab Code: PATH 
Requisition: Pathology See Test Requisition 20 (outpatient)  
Test Includes: Gross and microscopic examination with diagnosis (Light, Microscopy, Immunofluorescence and Electron Microscopy as requested) 
Critical Value:  
Test Frequency: Monday - Friday 
Routine TAT: Light Microscopy, Immunofluorescence and Electron Microscopy: 3-10 working days 
CPT Code(s): 88305, 88346x6, 88348, 88313x3 
LCD or NCD:  
Methodology Used: See Addendum XVII