Test Code BONE PREP Bone Marrow Slide Prep
Methodology
Note: A bone marrow tray should be ordered from Central Supply, and a permit must be signed by the patient before the bone marrow can be done. Bone marrow cultures are not performed unless requested by the physician.
Performing Laboratory
Decatur Morgan Hospital-Decatur Campus
Specimen Requirements
Outpatient bone marrow collection should always be scheduled in advance by contacting the Endoscopy Department at 256-973-2292.
Bone marrow collection is done by patient’s physician or hospital pathologist. Unit should contact Hematology Department at 256-973-2295 in advance and schedule bone marrow collection with a technologist.
Reference Values
Not applicable
Test Classification and CPT Coding
88305 - cell block
88311 - decalcification
88313 - special stain II