Anti-Human Epithelial Antigen, Ber-EP4 by Immunohistochemistry

Casandra

Casandra Test Code AR49310Version 1 (DRAFT)

Performing Lab

Lab ARUP LaboratoriesLab Test ID 2003463CPT Code 88342

Anti-Human Epithelial Antigen, Ber-EP4 by Immunohistochemistry

Also known as: BEREP4 IHC

Clinical Use

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Use

The Anti-Human Epithelial Antigen, Ber-EP4 test is used primarily for the identification of epithelial cells in tissue samples. This immunohistochemical assay is crucial in the differential diagnosis of carcinomas, as Ber-EP4 specifically stains epithelial cells, aiding in distinguishing them from mesothelial cells and other tissue types. The test contributes significantly to the pathological assessment and can guide clinical decision-making regarding patient management and treatment options.

Special Instructions

IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY ORDERING AND SUBMISSION DETAILS: Submit electronic request. If you do not have electronic ordering capability, use an ARUP Immunohistochemistry Stain Form (#32978) with an ARUP client number. For additional technical details, contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787.

Limitations

This test is performed as a stain and return (technical) service only. The test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories but has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. As it's conducted in a CLIA certified laboratory, the results should be interpreted within the scope of a laboratory-developed test. Samples that are not representative or are depleted are considered unacceptable.

Test Details

New York Approved