Useful For
Gross and microscopic examination of placental tissues with diagnosis
Method Name
Histology
Aliases
Placenta, Surgical Pathology
Specimen Type
Tissue
Specimen Required
- Most surgical pathology tissue is submitted in a 10% neutral buffered formalin solution (available from the Histology section of the Laboratory).
- Placentas can also be submitted fresh without formalin
Specimen Stability Information
- Specimens in 10% neutral buffered formalin can be stored and transported at room temperature
- Fresh placentas without fixative should be transported to the Histology laboratory immediately
- If there is a delay in transportation, the specimens may be refrigerated until they can be transported to the laboratory.
Performing Laboratory
Glens Falls Hospital Department of Pathology
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday – Friday, 7:30a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Analytical Time
- Expected turnaround time is 3-5 business days
- Note: longer turnaround time may occur if additional ancillary testing is necessary to provide a complete diagnosis
Specimen Retention Time
- Wet tissue specimens are retained two weeks after the final surgical pathology report is verified
CPT Code Information
88305 (if appropriate)
88307 (if appropriate)
Analytical Time
- Expected turnaround time is 3-5 business days
- Note: longer turnaround time may occur if additional ancillary testing is necessary to provide a complete diagnosis