IHC

P40/Myosin Cocktail

Combines p40, a nuclear marker of squamous and basal cells, with myosin, a cytoplasmic myoepithelial marker. Useful for distinguishing benign from invasive breast lesions and identifying squamous differentiation in epithelial tumors.

Full Description

Combines p40, a nuclear marker of squamous and basal cells, with myosin, a cytoplasmic myoepithelial marker. Useful for distinguishing benign from invasive breast lesions and identifying squamous differentiation in epithelial 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