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Neuron-Specific Enolase, IHC with Interpretation [19250X]
Test Code19250
CPT Codes
88342
Preferred Specimen
Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block submitted in an IHC Specimen Transport Kit
Minimum Volume
3 slides
Other Acceptable Specimens
3 unstained, positively charged (+) slides
Instructions
Please include surgical pathology report.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Indefinitely
Refrigerated: Indefinitely
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: Indefinitely
Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Immunohistochemical Stain (IHC)
Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Fri; Report available: 2 days
Reference Range
Interpretive report
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.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20153