Interpretive Handbook
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Test 5468:
Dermatopathology Consultation, Slides for
Clinical Information 
Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Dermatopathology involves histologic examination of skin and oral mucosal biopsy specimens.
Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
The primary diagnosis of cutaneous diseases or as a second opinion in interpretation of difficult histologic patterns
Interpretation Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results
Histologic diagnosis is based primarily on interpretation of hematoxylin-and-eosin-stained sections. Special histochemical stains, such as alcian blue, Giemsa, or periodic acid-schiff may be necessary in some cases.
Interpretation is based on evaluation of patterns, including architectural and cytologic details, which are included in a microscopic description.
Cautions Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances
Specific diagnosis may require correlation with clinical information.
Reference Values Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
Diagnosis and description of microscopic findings
Clinical References Provides recommendations for further in-depth reading of a clinical nature
Lever WF, Schaumburg-Lever G: Histopathology of the Skin. 7th edition. Philadelphia, JB Lippincott, 1990
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