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ER/PR, Paraffin Block (7037X)
Test Code5215N
CPT Codes
88360 (x2)
Includes
Pathologist review for presence of malignant cells
Preferred Specimen
Formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue block, submitted in IHC specimen kit
Instructions
Tumor paraffin block (formalin-fixed only) or five 4-micron unstained sections on Poly-L-Lysine or Silane coated slides.
Please submit stained H & E slide and a copy of the pathology report. Ship at room temperature. Do not place paper labels with adhesive backing on slides. Use pencil or xylene resistant pen to write on the frosted end of the slide only.
Please submit stained H & E slide and a copy of the pathology report. Ship at room temperature. Do not place paper labels with adhesive backing on slides. Use pencil or xylene resistant pen to write on the frosted end of the slide only.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Indefinite
Refrigerated: Indefinite
Frozen: Not Established
Refrigerated: Indefinite
Frozen: Not Established
Methodology
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Setup Schedule
A.M.
Clinical Significance
Estrogen and progesterone receptor assays are routinely performed on breast carcinomas to assess responsiveness to endocrine therapy and prognosis.
