Alcian Blue/PAS | Special Stain

Test Details Acid and neutral mucins
Methodology Special stain
Performed Monday – Friday
Turnaround 2 – 3 business days
Specimen Requirements Paraffin Block and /or Unstained Sections (5 microns thick)

Minimum slide requirement: 2 slides.

If requesting interpretation, please submit an H&E slide.

Storage/Transport Conditions Room temperature (use cold packs for transport of blocks during summer months)
CPT Code(s) 88313; 88312

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