Synonyms
Surgical Pathology, Amputations
EPIC Order Number
Surgical Pathology Number: LAB1126
Collect
Digit amputations (fingers and toes) should be placed in 10% neutral buffered formalin.
Extremity amputations (hands, feet, legs and arms) should be sent fresh to the Surgical Pathology Department for refrigeration.
- Label specimen container with two patient identifiers (patient name, DOB, and/or MRN), collection date/time, and specimen site/source.
- Specimen must be accompanied by a completed EPIC ORDER or Surgical Pathology Request including two patient identifiers (patient name, DOB, and/or MRN), collection date/time, pertinent patient history, performing physician, and specimen site/source.
- AFTER HOURS
- Contact Aspirus Security to allow access into the AIP histology laboratory to place fresh specimen in refrigerator if unable to fit in any formalin-filled container.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigeration
Performed
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Reported/Turnaround Time
Results are sent 1-2 working days after specimen is received.
NOTE: Results may be delayed or the sample rejected if pertinent and/or required information is conflicting or missing.
See Surgical Pathology Report
88302 or 88305 (Digit)
88305, 88307 or 88309 (Extremity)