S100 protein, technical only
Use
S100 is a calcium-binding protein widely expressed in various cell types, including those of neural, glial, and mesenchymal origin. In pathology, S100 is commonly used to help identify tumors of neural or melanocytic origin, such as schwannomas, melanomas, and dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Specimens must be fixed in 10% NBF or B plus. All other fixatives will be rejected. 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.
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
S100
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
Storage Instructions
15°C to 25°C
Causes for Rejection
Specimens must be fixed in 10% NBF or B plus. All other fixatives will be rejected.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Indefinite |