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Muscle Biopsy for Enzyme Investigation - Perinatal
Alternative Names/Synonyms
Muscle Histochemistry, muscle, Muscle Biopsy
Laboratory
Anatomical Pathology
Sub-section
Surgical Pathology
Test Code
MUSA
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 5 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.