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S-100, Polyclonal, IHC without Interpretation
Test Code19399X
CPT Codes
88341
Preferred Specimen
Formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue
Other Acceptable Specimens
4-micron unstained slides (x5) • Fixed tissue • Tissue in neutral buffered formalin
Instructions
Tumor paraffin block (formalin-fixed only) or five 4-micron unstained sections on Poly-L-Lysine or Silane coated slides.
See Specimen Collection Section, Oncology.
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. Pathology report is required.
See Specimen Collection Section, Oncology.
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. Pathology report is required.
Transport Container
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Indefinite
Refrigerated: Indefinite
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Indefinite
Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Setup Schedule
A.M.
Clinical Significance
This marker can be used to aid in the diagnosis and/or prognosis of cancer. The clinical interpretation of any staining or its absence should be complemented by morphological studies using proper controls and should be evaluated within the context of the patient's clinical history and other diagnostic tests by a qualified pathologist.
