Laboratory Services
Skin Biopsy, Direct Immunofluorescence
Print this pageUpdated Test Information:
| Test Description |
Skin Biopsy, Direct Immunofluorescence
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| Specimen Type |
A punch or shaved skin biopsy |
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| Specimen Requirements |
Specimen container, ZEUS transport medium |
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| Required Information |
Complete the Incyte Diagnostics requisition with the patient's demographics and relevant clinical history. |
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| Stability |
Maintain the specimen at room temperature |
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| Unacceptable Specimen Conditions |
Unlabeled specimens. Specimens in incorrect fixative (such as formalin) |
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| Limitations |
Adequacy |
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| Department (code) |
Histology |
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| Methodology |
Direct Immunofluorescence |
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| Estimated TAT |
1–2 business days from receipt |
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday–Friday |
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| Test Includes |
Processing, examination and interpretive report |
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| Retention |
Specimen: 7 days |
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| CPT Code(s) |
88342 |
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| Collection File | View/Download File |
