Ewing Sarcoma (O13) by Immunohistochemistry
Also known as: O13 IHC
Use
Immunohistochemistry stain for Ewing Sarcoma (O13) provides diagnostic support for suspected Ewing family tumors. It is intended to complement morphological evaluation and is performed as a stain-and-return (technical) service only.
Special Instructions
Order using ARUP Immunohistochemistry Stain Form (#32978) or submit electronically. Submit tissue block or at least 5 unstained 3–5 µm positively charged slides (minimum 2 slides). If sending precut slides, do not oven bake. Use tissue transport kit (#47808). Protect specimens from excessive heat. Ship in cooled container during summer months.
Limitations
Developed and performance-characterized by ARUP Laboratories, this test is a laboratory-developed test (LDT) and has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Performed in a CLIA-certified laboratory. Depleted or non‑representative tissue and frozen specimens are unacceptable. Frozen specimens are unacceptable.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Tissue (Fixed (Non-FFPE))
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
tissue block or slides (5 unstained 3–5 µm, positively charged slides; min 2 slides)
Collection Instructions
Submit tissue block or 5 unstained (3‑ to 5‑micron thick) positively charged slides; if sending precut slides, do not oven bake. Use tissue transport kit (#47808).
Storage Instructions
Protect paraffin block and/or slides from excessive heat; transport at room temperature or refrigerated; ship in cooled container during summer.
Causes for Rejection
Non‑representative tissue; depleted specimens; frozen specimens
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Indefinitely |
| Refrigerated | Indefinitely |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |