SOX2
Use
SOX2 immunohistochemistry (IHC) is used to stain embryonal carcinomas and is highly specific for squamous cell carcinoma, providing diagnostic clarity in relevant tumor types.
Special Instructions
Level of service: Tech Only. Storage/transportation: use cold pack for transport ensuring it does not directly contact the specimen; for New York State clients, date and time of collection 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
A formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block is preferred. Alternatively, one unbaked, unstained slide for H&E staining (required) plus two to three positively charged unstained slides (all cut at 4–5 microns) per test/antibody ordered. Block and slide identifiers should match exactly with specimen ID on requisition.
Storage Instructions
Use cold pack for transport; cold pack not in direct contact with specimen.