CD2, IHC with Interpretation

Test Code

40019

CPT Codes
88342

Preferred Specimen

Formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue

Instructions

Patholgy report is required

Transport Container

IHC specimen transport kit

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: Indefinite
Refrigerated: Indefinite
Frozen: Unacceptable

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Tissue in formalin • Received frozen

Methodology
Immunohistochemical Stain (IHC)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Mon-sat

Report Available

3-5 days

Clinical Significance

The CD2 antigen (LFA-2) is a monomeric 45 to 58 kD glycoprotein. It is an accessory molecule important in mediating the adhesion of activated T-cells and thymocytes with antigen-presenting cells and target cells.

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA

33608 Ortega Highway

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042

Last Updated: November 6, 2024

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