PAX2
Use
Paired Box 2 (PAX2) is a transcription factor essential for kidney development; expression in adult kidney is limited to nuclei of collecting ducts and distal tubules. PAX2 is expressed during kidney organogenesis and in certain neoplasms such as Wilms' tumor and renal cell carcinoma, making it useful in the diagnosis of renal cell carcinoma.
Special Instructions
Not 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 (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) per test/antibody.
Storage Instructions
Use cold pack for transport, ensuring it is not in direct contact with specimen; NYS clients should provide date and time of collection.