Casandra
Casandra Test Code NG13828Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Alcian Blue
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This special immunohistochemical stain is intended to identify weakly sulfated mucins in tissue samples, aiding pathologists in detecting mucin-producing cells that may be poorly visualized with routine staining methods.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Alcian Blue Special Stain (IHC) • IHC
Result Turnaround Time
24 hours
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block preferred; or one unbaked, unstained H&E slide (required) and two to three positively charged unstained slides (4–5 μm) per test.
Storage Instructions
Use cold pack for transport; do not place cold pack in direct contact with specimen; New York clients must provide date/time of collection.