Myosin by Immunohistochemistry
Also known as: MYOSIN IHC
Use
This test provides immunohistochemical staining for myosin in tissue specimens or cell blocks, serving as a technical stain-and-return service primarily used in pathological analysis of muscle or related lesions. It aids in identifying myosin presence and distribution, useful in evaluating muscle differentiation or tumors.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Unacceptable specimens include non-representative tissue types or depleted specimens. Frozen specimens are unacceptable. Slides must be formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded; excessive heat damage must be avoided.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 94736-6 - Tissue block ID Spec
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
5 unstained 3- to 5‑micron thick slides (min: 2 slides) or tissue block
Container
Tissue transport kit (ARUP supply #47808)
Collection Instructions
Formalin fix (10 percent neutral buffered formalin) and paraffin embed; cells must be prepared into a cellblock; protect from excessive heat; if sending precut slides, do not oven bake.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature or refrigerated; ship in cooled container during summer months.
Causes for Rejection
Non‑representative tissue type; depleted specimens; frozen specimens
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Indefinitely |
| Refrigerated | Indefinitely |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
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