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Molar Pregnancy Evaluation

CPT 8812, 88342

Test Details

Technology Used

IHC, FLOW

Turnaround Time

2-4 days

Use

For the differential diagnosis of molar and non-molar pregnancy and to identify partial and complete hydatidiform mole.

Test Includes

p57 by IHC and DNA Ploidy/S-Phase Analysis

Methodology

IHC and Flow cytometry

Specimen Requirements

Information on collection, storage, and volume

Specimen

Tissue

Volume

0.2 cm x 0.2 cm x 0.2 cm tissue

Container

Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue blocks with corresponding H&E

Storage Instructions

Maintain specimen at room temperature.

Collection

Tissue should be well-fixed in formalin. If alternative fixative is used, it should be noted on the requisition.