Full Description
A cytoplasmic and cell surface protein expressed on activated B and T cells. Strongly expressed in anaplastic large cell lymphoma and variably in infectious mononucleosis, HIV/HTLV-1/EBV/HHV8/hepatitis B–infected lymphocytes, Reed-Sternberg cells, lymphomatoid papulosis, peripheral T-cell lymphomas, most classical Hodgkin lymphomas, and embryonal cell tumors.
Methodology
IHC
Specimen Requirements
Tissue Block: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tumor block preferred. Unstained Slides: Recommended 2 charged 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
88342x1 or 88341x1