PAS (Fungi)
Alternative name:
Periodic Acid Schiff
Methodology
Special Stains
Test Description and clinical significance
Disease:
Periodic acid-Schiff (PAS) stain is a common stain used in the diagnosis of fungi, typically highlighting fungal cell walls, but also staining other polysaccharides and mucins
PAS Stain Kit (Fungus, Periodic Acid Schiff Stain)
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)
88312
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.
