Fontana Masson
Use
Fontana Masson is a special immunohistochemical stain used in pathology, commonly to identify melanin and assess tissues in conditions such as melanoma, pigmented lesions, or neuroendocrine tumors; it's utilized as an adjunct diagnostic tool in histopathologic evaluations.
Special Instructions
Preferred specimen is formalin-fixed, paraffin‑embedded (FFPE) tissue block; alternatively, one unstained H&E slide (required) and two to three positively charged unstained slides (4‑5 microns) per antibody/test. Use cold pack for transport, avoid direct contact with specimen. For New York State clients, collection date and time must be provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
24 hours
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Formalin‑fixed, paraffin‑embedded tissue block preferred; or one unbaked, unstained H&E slide (required) plus two to three positively charged unstained slides (4‑5 microns) per test.
Storage Instructions
Use cold pack for transport; cold pack not in direct contact with specimen; for NYS clients provide collection date and time.