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HelpOrderable Name 23FBG Fibroblast Growth Factor-23 (FGF23), In Situ Hybridization
Additional Testing Requirements
If additional interpretation or analysis is needed, request PATHC / Pathology Consultation along with this test.
Shipping Instructions
Attach the green pathology address label included in the kit to the outside of the transport container.
Necessary Information
A pathology/diagnostic report and a brief history are required.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Pathology Packaging Kit (T554)
Specimen Type: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block
Specimen Volume: Entire block
Specimen Type: Tissue slides
Slides: 5 Unstained glass, positively charged slides with 5 (+ or -1)-microns formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue
Useful For
Assessing fibroblast growth factor-23 (FGF23) expression
Method Name
In Situ Hybridization (ISH)
Specimen Type
SpecialSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special | Ambient (preferred) | ||
| Refrigerated | |||
Reject Due To
| Wet/frozen tissue Cytology smears Nonformalin fixed tissue Nonparaffin embedded tissue Noncharged slides ProbeOn slides |
Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
5 to 8 daysCPT Code Information
88365-Primary
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Immunohistochemical (IHC)/In Situ Hybridization (ISH) Stains Request (T763) with the specimen.