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HelpTest Code NERBX Nerve Biopsy
Specimen Required
Peripheral nerve
Special Handling Instructions
Stretch on dry sterile tongue depressor, then wrap in saline soaked gauze
Specimen Volume
Minimum 3cm segment
Transport Temperature
On Ice
Specimen Stability
Transport specimen to the EM laboratory within 2 hours
Reasons for Rejection
Mishandling of specimen during collection and processing, such as frozen, dried out, or exposed to extreme heat
Turnaround Time
3 - 5 days
CPT Code
88305, 88313, 88341, 88342