[Histonet] disposal of body parts

[Carol Bryant]

Hello Histonetters!

I work in a small multispecialty clinic laboratory where the majority of
our specimens are derm, gi biopsies, etc.  Today we had an amputated
finger sent for gross only from our ambulatory surgery center and the
patient wishes to have it back.  Does CAP have any specific requirements
in regard to disposal of tissue that would apply here?  Don't some
patients wish to have their amputated limbs back for religious reasons?
If so, what is the proper protocol?  Should they sign some type of
release form?

Thanks,

Carol 

 

Carol Bryant, CT (ASCP)

Cytology/Histology Manager

Pathology Services

Lexington Clinic

Phone (859) 258-4082

Fax (859) 258-4081

cbrya <@t> lexclin.com

 



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