Liver Biopsy
(Reported daily)
| Turn-round: | 2 days. |
| Sample: |
Routine histology:
Immerse specimen in 10% formal saline in suitable specimen
container and transport to the laboratory as soon as possible.
Non routine histology: (- e.g. suspected malignancy or metabolic disorder, tissue copper or iron estimation): Please contact the laboratory when planning the biopsy to ensure that tissue is appropriately harvested / stored / fixed. Case for opinion: stained, unstained sections and / or paraffin block (to be returned to the referral hospital) |
| Storage and Transport: |
The tissue core should be immediately placed (left floating without blotting paper) in a labelled perspex container with 10% formal saline. Seal fixed tissue sample in specimen transport bag with sufficient absorbent material to contain the contents in case of leakage. Place in a padded box for transport to destination. Seal accompanying request form in a plastic bag to prevent contamination in case of leakage. Tape the box closed, label as Pathological Specimen and send by registered post or courier. |
Time Limit for Extra Tests: 2 to 4 working days for immunohistochemistry and / or in-situ hybridization techniques
Factors affecting results or interpretation- Poor fixation, delayed immersion in formalin
- Failure to label pot with patient name, date of birth and precise identifier
- Failure to fill in a consultation-request form, in particular clinical information, source of biopsy and doctor to be notified of findings; with slides or paraffin block, failure to include copy of original (identifying) histopathology report or requisition
 Turnaround Time |
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| upto 2 working days. |
 Contacts |
| Liver Histopathology: kch-tr.LiverHistology@nhs.net |