Chromogenic in Situ Hybridization for Epstein Barr Virus (EBER)
Test Mnemonic
CSHEBR
CPT Codes
- 88365 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- CISH
- CISH EBER
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One | Paraffin block | Ambient | Submit specimen with Anatomic Request Form indicate EBER on request form and deliver to Immunotyping Lab. Histopathologic review is required on the submitted specimen. | ||
| Six | Tissue, paraffin embedded | Slides | Ambient | 4 um sections formalin fixed tissue on charged, unbaked slides. Submit specimen with Anatomic Request Form indicate EBER on request form and deliver to Immunotyping Lab. Histopathologic review is required on the submitted specimen. |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
1 - 2 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Chromogenic in Situ Hybridization (CISH) |
Special Info
Formalin fixed Paraffin-embedded tissue.
Clinical Info
Used as an ancillary tool for diagnosis and determination of antiviral or other therapy for selected lymphomas and solid tumors.