Casandra
Casandra Test Code NG23199Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
MAL
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
MAL is a distinct molecular marker of primary mediastinal large B‑cell lymphoma subtype among diffuse large B‑cell lymphomas.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
MAL
ProteinExpression
Expression • Ordinal Score (e.g., TPS, CPS, H-score)
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Formalin‑fixed, paraffin‑embedded (FFPE) tissue block is preferred, or one unbaked, unstained slide for H&E (required) plus two to three positively charged unstained slides (cut at 4‑5 microns). Block and slide identifiers should match specimen ID and requisition.
Storage Instructions
Use cold pack for transport, not in direct contact with specimen. For NYS clients provide date and time of collection.