CK7 54kD
Use
Cytokeratin (CK) 7 is a type II keratin of simple nonkeratinizing epithelia. This marker is useful in the identification of normal and neoplastic cells of the ovary, lung, and breast epithelial origin, among others.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Stated turn-around-times (TATs) are for clinical use only and subject to change based on biopharma protocol requirements. Final TATs will be specified in the biopharma study contract. Specimens must be fixed in 10% NBF or B plus. All other fixatives will be rejected.
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Cytokeratin 7
Protein
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (Fresh)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Fixative should be at a 20:1 fixative to tissue ratio, 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) for 6-72 hours (48-72 hours PREFERRED). May be transferred to 70% alcohol for transportation purposes after fixation in 10% NBF or B plus.
Storage Instructions
Stored at 15°C to 25°C.
Causes for Rejection
All other fixatives will be rejected.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | ≤ 72 Hours |
| Refrigerated | Indefinite |
| Frozen | Indefinite |