S100 Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Use
S100 belongs to the family of calcium binding proteins. Antibody to S100 stains Schwannomas, ependymomas, astrogliomas, almost all benign melanocytic lesions, melanomas and their metastases. S100 protein is also expressed in the Langerhans cells in skin and interdigitating reticulum cells in the paracortex of lymph nodes.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
S100
Protein
Result Turnaround Time
24 hours
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Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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Collection Instructions
A formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block is preferred specimen type or one (1) unbaked, unstained slide for H&E staining (required) and two to three (2-3) positively charged unstained slides (all cut at 4-5 microns) for each test/antibody ordered.
Storage Instructions
Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen.