Stockport Pathology

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InvestigationFrozen Section
IndicationsRapid histological diagnosis without the need to fix and process the tissue beforehand.
Specimen TypeUnfixed tissue.
Request FormCellular Pathology request form - Please include a contact number for transmission of results.
Transport Medium DO NOT use fixative. Universal container or equivalent dry container.
Delivery TimeASAP. Tissue degeneration begins immediately once removed from the body.
Turn around time for final testDepends upon complexity, but approximately 30-40 minutes from receipt.
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