Muscle Biopsy for Enzyme Investigation - Adult

Alternative Names/Synonyms	Muscle Histochemistry, Muscle, Muscle Biopsy
Laboratory	Anatomical Pathology
Sub-section	Surgical Pathology
Test Code	FSMUS

Ordering Instructions, Requisition

Pathology Consultation Requisition MS328
Clinical history is required.

Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)

Fresh tissue

Collection Requirements

Collect on gauze lightly moistened with saline (not soaked) and place in specimen container labeled with patient information.

Storage / Shipment Details

Specimen is STAT. Transport on an ice pack to the Laboratory in a styrofoam cooler. Do not let tissue freeze.

Sample Stability

Specimen integrity greatly affected by temperature. Must be kept cool and submitted to lab ASAP for processing.

Cause for Rejection

Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance

Instrument, Methodology

Enzyme Histochemical and Special Staining.

Test Availability

Monday to Friday; 8 am to 1 pm

Reference Ranges

Please refer directly to the Pathology Report

Laboratory Contact Information

(416) 586-4800 extension # 4485 or 2250

Special Instructions

Notify the Histology Laboratory at extension 4485 at least 24 hours in advance of procedure. Specimens are time sensitive and should arrive in lab before 1 pm.