Renal Pathology
Contact Information
UCLA Pathology Outreach Client Services
10833 Le Conte Ave, A3-259 CHS
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Phone: 310-267-2680 | Email
Fax: 310-267-2685
- New client account activation
- Requisitions and supplies
- Specimen requirements and transport
- Report status and results
- Arrange consult with pathologist assigned to case
- Billing inquiries and assistance
Specimen delivery address:
UCLA Pathology Outreach
Specimen Receiving
10833 Le Conte Ave, A3-240 CHS
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:00 am - 8:00 pm
The department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at UCLA examines approximately 1000 renal biopsies per year. We provide expert academic renal pathology consultations using state-of-the-art diagnostics on native and transplant kidney biopsies for adult and pediatric patients to local, regional and national clients. UCLA pathologists are experts in interpreting nephrectomy specimens and evaluating post-transplantation complications, including lymphoproliferative disorders and viral infections.
Biopsy results:
- Same-day, weekend and holiday preliminary result; STAT light microscopy service available
- Results are called to the referring physician for light microscopic and immunofluorescence analysis within 24 hours of biopsy receipt (Immunofluorescence results are not available on weekends and holidays)
- Electron microscopy are results available within three business days after sample receipt
- Extensive clinicopathologic correlation and timely communication with referring physicians
- Online biopsy review with nephrologist via secure, encrypted Web-Ex connection upon request
- Comprehensive reports incorporating the diagnosis with clinical/laboratory information and biopsy images
- Periodic interactive teleconferences may be scheduled upon request
Services:
- Primary interpretation - light microscopy, immunofluorescence, and/or electron microscopy
- Telepathology digital slide review options - https://www.uclahealth.org/international-services/become-patient/telemedicine/telepathology
- Secondary opinion/consultation case review
- Electron Microscopy -‘technical only’ processing is available
Convenient specimen submission:
- Renal biopsy collection kit with preservative containers and detailed specimen requirements is provided
- Contact Client Services for additional details