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Lambda Light Chain, IHC with Interpretation (38996X)

Test Code
105007P


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
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
The presence of immunoglobulin light chains (kappa and lambda) on the cell surface is characteristic of clonal proliferation most often seen in multiple myeloma and lymphoproliferative diseases.




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.