Mucin 5AC, Immunostain, Technical Component Only
Use
Mucin 5AC is a glycoprotein within the secretory mucins family expressed in gastric epithelial cells and is useful in the subtyping of intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms. It serves as an aid in distinguishing various neoplasms, thereby assisting in refining diagnostic categorization and informing patient management strategies.
Special Instructions
This test is for the technical execution of the stain only and does not include pathologist interpretation. If interpretation is needed, PATHC/Pathology Consultation should be ordered separately. Technical component orders cannot be combined with PATHC orders as technical only stains will be canceled. Proper labeling and packaging are required per provided instructions.
Limitations
The test does not include pathologist interpretation and solely evaluates the technical performance of the stain. Immunoreactivity may decrease depending on the age of the cut paraffin section. External factors like environmental conditions may affect glass slide charges, potentially causing staining inconsistencies. Prepared slides should be handled with care to maintain stability and minimize exposure to adverse conditions such as humidity and heat.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- Order only; no result
- Bill only; no result
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Immunostain Technical Only Envelope
Collection Instructions
Attach a green "Attention Pathology" address label and the included pink Immunostain Technical Only label to the outside of the transport container.
Storage Instructions
Store slides in a dry environment, limiting exposure to humidity and heat.
Causes for Rejection
Wet/frozen tissue, cytology smears, non-formalin-fixed tissue, non-paraffin embedded tissue, non-charged slides, ProbeOn slides, Snowcoat slides
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Ambient is preferred; refrigerated is acceptable. |