Adenovirus, IHC with Interpretation
Also known as: Immuno Histo Chemistry
Use
Identifies adenovirus in FFPE tissue via immunohistochemical staining of formalin‑fixed, paraffin‑embedded (FFPE) blocks or slides, with pathologist interpretation provided.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Frozen specimens are unacceptable. Specimens lacking tumor in the block or slides are rejected. Use of other fixatives may not yield equivalent results. Interpretation should occur in context of clinical history and additional diagnostic data.
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Adenovirus
Protein
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
3 slides
Collection Instructions
Formalin‑fixed, paraffin‑embedded block in IHC specimen transport kit; alternative: 5 unstained positively charged slides
Storage Instructions
Room temperature or refrigerated per type: block: room temperature or refrigerated up to 5 years; slides: room temperature or refrigerated up to 45 days
Causes for Rejection
No tumor in blocks or slides
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Block: 5 years; Slides: 45 days |
| Refrigerated | Block: 5 years; Slides: 45 days |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
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