Test Code LAB9017 Immunofluorescence (Non-Renal Tissues)

Important Note

Tissues & Biopsies - Call lab to schedule a technologist to pick up the biopsy, 792-4556. After hours, page the Anatomic Pathology Resident on-call 792-0590, Beeper # 17009 or 792-2123.

Immunofluorescence (non-renal tissues and biopsy):
- Includes:
  - Gross description
  - Microscopic Description
  - Direct Immunofluorescence panel screen: IgG, IgM, IgA, C1q, C3, Fibrinogen, Kappa & Lambda. HLA-DR, C3d, C4d performed on select cases
- Specimen: Tissues-Biopsies of Heart, Conjunctiva, Bone Marrow, Gastrointestinal tract, Oral Mucosa, Liver, Lung, Skin, Muscle, Nerve, Tumors, Tissue Culture, Blood (Plain Red AND Lavender Top Tube) or other specimens requiring immunofluorescence studies with histopathology.
- Container: Sterile container, Michel's Transport Media
- Storage: Technologist will pick up biopsy as scheduled. See Special Instructions above. Specimen may be held overnight in appropriate fixative.
- Notes: FOR Bone Marrow - Call Hematology Lab to schedule the biopsy, 792-8634. After hours, page the Laboratory Medicine Resident on call

Performed : Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. After hours, page Anatomic Pathology Resident on-call, 792-0590, Beeper # 17009 or 792-2123

Reported: 48 hours. (excluding holidays & weekends)