Glycophorin-A, technical only
Use
Glycophorin A is a major sialoglycoprotein present on human precursor and mature red blood cells. This marker is useful in characterizing erythroid cell development as well as diagnosing erythroid leukemia. Technical component only. Pathologist read not included.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Specimens must be fixed in 10% NBF or B plus. All other fixatives will be rejected. Specimen stability varies by type, with fresh tissues being stable for ≤ 72 hours, while FFPE blocks and unstained slides have indefinite stability.
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Glycophorin A
Protein
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (Fixed (Non-FFPE))
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).
Storage Instructions
Store at 15°C to 25°C. Specimens may be transferred to 70% alcohol for transportation purposes after fixation in 10% NBF or B plus.
Causes for Rejection
Specimens must be fixed in 10% NBF or B plus.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | ≤ 72 Hours |