Alcian Blue/PAS
Methodology
Special Stains
Test Description and clinical significance
Disease:
Connective and epithelial tissue tumors
Alcian blue may be used in combination with the PAS staining procedure, so that both acid and neutral mucins can be demonstrated in the same tissue sample. Alcian blue will stain acidic mucins blue and PAS will stain neutral mucins rose red. This technique is also useful in diagnosing diseases of the GI tract.
Specimen Requirements
Collection:
FFPE/un-stained slides/Fresh tissue in formalin
Stability:
Room temperature
Unacceptable Conditions:
Unlabeled specimen/specimen left unfixed
for extended periods
Storage & Transport
Room Temperature
CPT(s)
88313
New York Approved
NO
TAT
1 Day
*The CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only and are based on AMA guidelines The billing party is solely responsible for correct CPT coding.
