Casandra
Casandra Test Code NG71760Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Tuberculosis — Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Immunohistochemical demonstration of Mycobacterium tuberculosis antigens supports the diagnosis of tuberculosis and can serve as an alternative to conventional Ziehl–Neelsen staining. The antibody used is cross‑reactive with other Mycobacterium species including M. avium, M. phlei, and M. parafortuitum, aiding in establishing mycobacterial etiology in formalin‑fixed, paraffin‑embedded tissues.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
MicroorganismPresence/Absence
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Mycobacterium tuberculosis antigen
ProteinIHC
Expression • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Formalin‑fixed, paraffin‑embedded tissue block preferred; or one unbaked unstained slide for H&E and two to three positively charged unstained slides cut at 4‑5 microns.
