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Laboratory Test Reference Guide

Laboratory Information

Test Name

Breast (Histology)

Price Comment

Price upon request

Specimen Collection

Adult Specimen

Surgically removed tissue/organ
Specimen Collection: Immerse in 10% buffered formalin immediately
Fixation Time: Minimum 24 hours

Test Information

Department

Histology

Test Availability

Mon - Fri, 0800 - 1630 excl. Public Holidays

Laboratory Turnaround Time

3-4 working days from receipt including x-ray 3-7 working days from receipt when immunohistochemical tests e.g. oestrogen/progesterone receptors, c-erbB2 oncoprotein are required.