Casandra
Casandra Test Code NG91360Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Carcinoma Micromets
Also known as: Carcinoma micrometastases
Clinical Use
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Detection of small groups of metastatic carcinoma cells (micrometastases) in sentinel lymph nodes via immunohistochemistry serves as an important prognostic indicator, as it may represent the earliest evidence of cancer spread that is not easily identifiable by routine histologic H&E evaluation.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Pan‑Cytokeratin (AE1/AE3)
ProteinIHC
Expression • Ordinal Score (e.g., TPS, CPS, H-score)
Result Turnaround Time
24 hours
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Block identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.
Storage Instructions
Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen.