Casandra
Casandra Test Code MP13845Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Annexin A1
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Annexin A1 is strongly expressed on the cell membrane and occasionally in the cytoplasm of hairy cell leukemic cells, providing a highly specific and sensitive assay to differentiate hairy cell leukemia from other B-cell lymphomas.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
N/A
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Annexin A1
ProteinIHC
Expression • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Tissue (Fresh)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Fixative should be at a 20:1 fixative to tissue ratio, 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) for 6-72 hours (48-72 hours PREFERRED)
Storage Instructions
15°C to 25°C
Causes for Rejection
Specimens must be fixed in 10% NBF or B plus. All other fixatives will be rejected.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | ≤ 72 Hours |