Hematopathology Consultation, Client Embed
Use
The Hematopathology Consultation is useful for obtaining a rapid, expert opinion for the diagnosis of hematologic and nonhematologic diseases using bone marrow biopsy specimens referred by the primary pathologist. It provides access to special studies that are not available locally, ensuring accurate diagnosis and prognostic information to guide therapy.
Special Instructions
Laboratory approval is required prior to ordering this test. Contact Mayo Clinic Laboratories for authorization. The consultation includes a full bone marrow workup and may involve additional surcharges for cases with more than 25 client-stained slides. Ancillary testing can be performed and is billed separately.
Limitations
Volume limitations can affect the prioritization of tests, as determined by the hematopathologist. Tests requested by the referring physician may not be performed if deemed unnecessary by the reviewing hematopathologist. Delays in specimen arrival may preclude certain tests due to stability issues.
New York Approved
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 78251-6
- 60570-9
- 19139-5
- 35265-8
- 22634-0
- 85298-8
- 62364-5
- 80398-1
Result Turnaround Time
3-7 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Bone Marrow
Volume
2 x 3 mL EDTA and 2 x 6 mL ACD solution A or B
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Lavender top (EDTA) and yellow top (ACD)
Collection Instructions
Aspirate per standard bone marrow collection procedure. Do not aliquot.
Storage Instructions
Slides air-dried; wrap slide carriers with Parafilm to avoid formalin fumes.
Causes for Rejection
Embedding at the client site may delay specimen arrival at Mayo Clinic Laboratories and preclude the ability to perform some ancillary testing due to specimen stability.