Test Name
Surgical Pathology Professional Evaluation
Test Code
SPP
CPT Codes
By report 88304 or 88305 or 88307
Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Specimen Requirements
Surgical samples received in 10% neutral buffered formalin Previously prepared pathology materials (H&E slides, formalin fixed paraffin embedded blocks, smears) Reports, history and differential diagnosis required
Specimen Stability
Prepared pathology materials, stable indefinitely at 18-25°C
Storage & Handling
Ship samples at ambient temperature
Causes for Rejections
Improper specimen labeling; Inadequate tissue evaluation; Improper sample submission
Description
Microscopic evaluation
