Prostate specific antigen
Use
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is strongly expressed in both normal and neoplastic prostatic tissues. This antibody is useful in determining prostatic origin of neoplasms in non-prostate tissues (metastatic disease).
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Specimens must be fixed in 10% NBF or B plus. All other fixatives will be rejected. Stated turnaround times are for clinical use only and subject to change based on biopharma protocol requirements.
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Prostate specific antigen
Protein
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
FFPE Block, Formalin Fixed
Patient Preparation
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
Causes for Rejection
All other fixatives will be rejected
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Indefinite |