OCT-2 Immunostain, Technical Component Only
Use
OCT-2 is a transcription factor that binds to the octamer motif of the immunoglobulin gene promoter, recruits the coactivator BOB.1, and activates immunoglobulin gene transcription. OCT-2 is variably expressed in germinal center B cells, weakly expressed in mantle zone B cells, and weakly to moderately expressed in plasma cells. The protein is localized to the nuclear compartment. Expression of BOB.1, OCT-2, and PU.1 transcription factors are often downregulated in classical Hodgkin lymphoma. OCT-2 is overexpressed in lymphocyte-predominant (LP) cells of nodular LP Hodgkin lymphoma. These properties can be useful in the diagnosis of lymphoma.
Special Instructions
This test includes only technical performance of the stain; no pathologist interpretation is provided. Technical component only stains should not be ordered with PATHC / Pathology Consultation. If ordered with PATHC, the technical component stains will be canceled. Any immunohistochemistry (IHC)/in situ hybridization (ISH) stain performed as a part of the PATHC will be performed at the reviewing pathologist's discretion at an additional charge. Attach the green pathology address label and the pink Immunostain Technical Only label included in the kit to the outside of the transport container.
Limitations
This test does not include pathologist interpretation, only technical performance of the stain. If interpretation is required, order PATHC / Pathology Consultation for a full diagnostic evaluation or second opinion of the case. The positive and negative controls are verified as showing appropriate immunoreactivity. Interpretation of this test should be performed in the context of the patient's clinical history and other diagnostic tests by a qualified pathologist. Age of a cut paraffin section can affect immunoreactivity. Stability thresholds vary widely among published literature and are antigen dependent. Best practice is for paraffin sections to be cut within 6 weeks. The charge of glass slides can be affected by environmental factors and subsequently may alter slide staining. Sending unsuitable glass slides can result in inconsistent staining due to poor slide surface chemistry.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- Order only;no result
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Immunostain Technical Only Envelope
Collection Instructions
Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block OR 2 Unstained, positively charged glass slides (25- x 75- x 1-mm) per test ordered; sections 4-microns thick
Causes for Rejection
Wet/frozen tissue, Cytology smears, Nonformalin fixed tissue, Nonparaffin embedded tissue, Noncharged slides, ProbeOn slides, Snowcoat slides