How to Send a Biopsy

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For tissue specimens:

1. Put tissue in formalin bottles, label bottles and place them in a biohazard bag
2. Include a completed biopsy order form from your EMR or our form in the bag with the biopsy bottle(s)

For slide consults:

1. Place slides in slide jackets, cushioned in bubble wrap
2. Include a completed biopsy order form from your EMR, one of our forms, or a physician’s consult letter
3. Include any clinical information, photos if available or previous pathology reports

For immunofluorescence:

1. Place fresh tissue in the provided Michel’s media. If H&E interpretation is also requested, include additional tissue placed in a labeled formalin bottle. Place bottle(s) in a biohazard bag
2. Include a completed biopsy order form from your EMR or our form