Cervixpathbxreport
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 65753-6
- Short code
- CXBP
- Synonyms
- Cervix Path Bx report
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Sterile container with 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) for routine histology; sterile saline or RPMI for cytogenetics/molecular studies; separate container for each site if multiple biopsies submitted
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- female
- Age range
- 18–99 years
- Method
- Histopathological examination with light microscopy; may include immunohistochemistry (IHC), special stains, and molecular testing (e.g., HPV testing, p16 staining) as adjuncts
- CPT
- 88305
- SNOMED
- 365861007
- Specimen volume
- Tissue biopsy specimen (minimum 3 mm in greatest dimension); multiple fragments acceptable; labeling must indicate site of origin (e.g., endocervical, ectocervical, transformation zone, lesion site)
- Stability
- Formalin-fixed tissue: stable indefinitely at room temperature (15-25°C). Fresh tissue for ancillary studies: deliver to laboratory within 1 hour; refrigerate at 2-8°C if delayed. Formalin fixation time: minimum 6 hours, maximum 48 hours for optimal preservation.
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 48–120 hours
- Order
- routine
Reference range
Reference range not applicable. Results reported as narrative pathology report with diagnostic interpretation including: specimen type, gross description, microscopic findings, pathological diagnosis, and comments. Reports may include CIN/SIL grading (LSIL, HSIL), carcinoma classification (squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma), FIGO staging, and margin status.N/A
No fasting required. Patient should provide informed consent prior to biopsy procedure. Patient should inform physician of all medications, especially anticoagulants (warfarin, aspirin, NSAIDs), which may need to be discontinued prior to procedure per physician instructions. Avoid vaginal douching, intercourse, or use of tampons 24-48 hours before biopsy. Schedule procedure outside of active menstrual period when possible.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy