BF-1 by Immunohistochemistry

Casandra

Casandra Test Code AR47277Version 1 (DRAFT)

Performing Lab

Lab ARUP LaboratoriesLab Test ID 2003466CPT Code 88342

BF-1 by Immunohistochemistry

Also known as: BF1 IHC

Clinical Use

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Use

The BF-1 by Immunohistochemistry test is used to perform antibody staining and analyze the presence of the BF-1 marker in tissue samples. This test is developed and its performance characteristics are determined by ARUP Laboratories for clinical purposes, aiding in the diagnostic evaluation of samples by identifying the presence and distribution of the BF-1 protein. It is intended for use in a clinical setting to assist pathologists in diagnosing conditions related to the expression of the beta-F1 antibody, enhancing the understanding of tissue characteristics or disease states.

Special Instructions

Not provided.

Limitations

The test is performed as a stain and return (technical) service only. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration, signifying that it should be used with consideration of these limitations and within CLIA certified laboratory settings only. It is important to note that this test may be subject to variability in results due to non-representative tissue or depleted specimens, which are considered unacceptable conditions for testing.

Test Details

New York Approved

Methodology

Immunoassay (IHC)

Biomarkers

BF-1

Protein

IHC

Expression • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)

LOINC Codes

Result Codes

94736-6 - Tissue block ID Spec

Result Turnaround Time

1-3 days

Specimen

Tissue (FFPE)

Volume

Not provided

Minimum Volume

Not provided

Container

Paraffin block or 5 unstained slides

Collection Instructions

Formalin fix (10 percent neutral buffered formalin) and paraffin embed specimen. For cells, prepare into a cellblock. Transport tissue block or slides in a tissue transport kit (ARUP supply #47808).