IHC

BCL6

Marks a transcriptional repressor expressed in germinal center B-cells. Useful in classifying B-cell lymphomas and identifying germinal center–derived neoplasms.

Synonyms

B-Cell Lymphoma 6 Protein

Full Description

Marks a transcriptional repressor expressed in germinal center B-cells. Useful in classifying B-cell lymphomas and identifying germinal center–derived neoplasms.

Methodology

IHC

Specimen Requirements

Tissue Block: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tumor block preferred. Unstained Slides: Recommended 2charged slides per stain requested (minimum of 1 slide per stain),baked or unbaked. Fixation: Tissue must be fixed in 10% neutral buffered formalin for 6–72 hours.

Storage and Transportation

Use cold pack for transport. Make sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen.

Turnaround Time

24 hrs

CPT Codes

88342 x 1 or 88341 x 1