Test Code TSH Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Beta Immunostain, Technical Component Only
Ordering Guidance
This test includes only technical performance of the stain (no pathologist interpretation is performed). If diagnostic consultation by a pathologist is required order PATHC / Pathology Consultation.
Shipping Instructions
Attach the green pathology address label and the pink Immunostain Technical Only label included in the kit to the outside of the transport container.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope (T693)
Specimen Type: Tissue
Container/Tube: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope
Preferred: 2 Unstained positively charged glass slide (25- x 75- x 1-mm) per test ordered; sections 4-microns thick
Acceptable: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block
Secondary ID
70574Useful For
Part of a panel of immunostains used in the classification of pituitary adenomas
Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
IHTOI | IHC Initial, Tech Only | No | No |
IHTOA | IHC Additional, Tech Only | No | No |
Method Name
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Reporting Name
Beta TSH IHC, Tech OnlySpecimen Type
TECHONLYSpecimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
TECHONLY | Ambient (preferred) | ||
Refrigerated |
Reject Due To
Wet/frozen tissue Cytology smears Nonformalin fixed tissue Nonparaffin embedded tissue Noncharged slides ProbeOn slides |
Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
88342-TC, primary
88341-TC, if additional IHC
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
TSH | Beta TSH IHC, Tech Only | Order only;no result |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
70886 | Beta TSH IHC, Tech Only | Bill only; no result |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Immunohistochemical (IHC)/In Situ Hybridization (ISH) Stains Request (T763) with the specimen.