While I agree that immunohistochemistry is the preferred method (at
least in our Department), I would never state that a test is being used
because of higher reimbursement.  A selection should be made based on
scientific validity and adaptability to one's laboratory.

R. Cartun 

>>> Kari Bradshaw  07/25/02 12:50PM >>>
We use IHC, better straight forward staining and higher reimbursement.

-----Original Message-----
From: Mary Reeves [mailto:REEVEML@shands.ufl.edu] 
Sent: Thursday, July 25, 2002 7:11 AM
To: histonet@pathology.swmed.edu 
Subject: Helicobacter pylori


Is anyone using a nonsilver method for HP?