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Skin Direct Immunofluorescence Panel

Order Code
Histology
CPT
88346x5
Test Details
TAT

5 working days

Methodology

Histology

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Skin biopsy tested for immune complex deposition. Used in autoimmune skin diseases.

Specimen Type

Tissue specimen in Michel's transport fluid

Volume

Minimum: 1mm in size

Specimen Container

5 mL vial with Michel's transport fluid

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Fresh specimen
Order Code
Histology
CPT
88346x5
Test Details
TAT

5 working days

Methodology

Histology

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Skin biopsy tested for immune complex deposition. Used in autoimmune skin diseases.

Specimen Type

Tissue specimen in Michel's transport fluid

Volume

Minimum: 1mm in size

Specimen Container

5 mL vial with Michel's transport fluid

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Fresh specimen