LIVER BIOPSY TISSUE EXAMINATION

Synonyms:  
Specimen: Needle or wedge biopsy of liver 
Container:  
Volume: Entire specimen 
Minimum Volume:  
Specimen Collection: Needle or wedge biopsy of liver tissue. 
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Place tissue in container of 10% neutral buffered formalin, room temperature. 
Lab Code: PATH 
Requisition: Pathology See Test Requisition 20 (outpatient)  
Test Includes: Gross and microscopic examination with diagnosis 
Critical Value:  
Test Frequency: Monday - Friday 
Routine TAT: 1-3 working days 
CPT Code(s): 88307, 88313x2 
LCD or NCD:  
Methodology Used: See Addendum XVII