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E-Cadherin, IHC with Interpretation (37079X)

Test Code
88955N


CPT Codes
88342

Preferred Specimen
Formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue in an IHC specimen transport kit


Other Acceptable Specimens
4-micron unstained slides (x5) • Fixed tissue • Tissue in neutral buffered formalin


Instructions
Do not refrigerate or freeze. Pathology report is required.


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Indefinite
Refrigerated: Indefinite
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Immunohistochemical Assay

Setup Schedule
A.M. Sets up 6 days a week.


Clinical Significance
E-cadherin is useful in determining the prognosis in patients with prostate cancer. Over-expression suggests a more favorable clinical course.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.