Polysaccharide storage myopathy (PSSM), equine - muscle biopsy

Code:

xemb

Lab:

X

Days test started:

ship M-Th

TAT:

20 d*

Available for:

Companion Animal

Specimen Type/Volume

Fixed muscle tissue.

Shipping Information

Ship in insulated container with freezer packs.

Collection Protocol

Leave the biopsy (1/2 inch diameter in cross section, 1/2 inch long) in air while suturing and place in at least 130 mL of 10% neutral buffered formalin 3-5 minutes after the biopsy is taken.

Additional Information

This information is sent to an external laboratory. Includes complete set of stains: HE, GT, PAS, amylase, PAS, oil redO, NADH and desmin. Shipping (test code: xtrnu) and handling (test code: xhand) fees are also applicable on each submission. External test price is subject to change.