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Clinical Chemistry

A detailed panel analyzing biochemical markers critical for diagnosing and monitoring metabolic functions.

Hematology

Advanced blood analysis services offering precise counts and morphology assessments for accurate diagnosis.

Microbiology

Specialized testing to identify pathogens and support infection management strategies.

Transfusion Medicine

The Transfusion Medicine Laboratory ensures safe and compatible blood transfusions. This minimizes complications, improves patient outcomes.

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Large Tissue Specimen

Test Code: PATH-surgical-pathology-large-tissue-specimen

Large Tissue Specimen lab test information, test code PATH-surgical-pathology-large-tissue-specimen, specimen requirements, performed by SMH. View collection container, handling, stability, reference range, turnaround time, and test notes for Large Tissue Specimen.

Pathology Section

Surgical Pathology

Specimen Type

Large Tissue Specimen

Collection Guidelines

Collected by physician/ surgeon

Device and/or Min Volume

Appropriate size container to accommodate specimen: 10% NBF fixative (1:10) ratio

Transportation

Transport: Surgical samples are deposited within the 5th floor OR Pathology Lab, Room 601, in the vented formalin cabinet designated for specimens. Storage: Room temperature

Location of Testing

SMH

Comment

Call Pathology at ext. 5858 to report a breast specimen as soon as possible and within 60 minutes of collection. Pathology must be made aware of any late samples after 5 pm that do not fit into the standard formalin pre-filled containers available. On-call pathologist to be paged.

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Last Updated

June 1, 2026

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