How to Handle Consult Material

When only slides are received:

  • After accessioning preview the slides and make sure they correspond to the paper work provided by the outside Institution.
  • Try to gather recent clinical information including radiology data from referring doctor, MARS, Stentor and Copath.
  • If you need to request blocks/unstained slides on the case, specify from which block and let Christina Romanello know. She will make the request.

When slides and blocks are received:

  • Preview the slides and send block to Histology.
  • Order appropriate stains and/or blanks and remember to order an additional H&E for our records.

When wet tissue is received: