Muscle Pathology Consultation
Use
The test is used for obtaining a rapid, expert opinion on muscle biopsy specimens to diagnose acquired or inherited muscle diseases. It helps in guiding treatment and genetic testing as well as investigating the relevance of genetic variants of unknown significance.
Special Instructions
A battery of enzyme histochemical stains will be performed on frozen tissue; additional histochemical stains or immunostains may be performed on frozen tissue. Other tests can be performed at an additional charge. The reviewing neuromuscular pathologist will determine the need for additional testing. Testing requested by the referring physician may not be performed if deemed unnecessary by the reviewing pathologist. Electron microscopic studies are not performed on muscle biopsy specimens.
Limitations
The interpreting neuromuscular pathologist may request frozen tissue to perform additional studies considered necessary for diagnosis. Electron microscopic studies are not performed on muscle biopsy specimens, influencing the range of examination for structural muscle pathology.
New York Approved
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (Frozen)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided