Iron Stain
Use
The iron special stain is used to detect ferric iron deposits in tissue samples. When applied, the stain reacts with ferric iron to form a blue pigment, allowing pathologists to identify conditions such as hemosiderosis and hemochromatosis, where iron accumulates abnormally in tissues. This staining method is particularly useful in liver and bone marrow biopsies to assess iron storage and diagnose related disorders.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Stated turn-around-times (TATs) are for clinical use only and subject to change based on biopharma protocol requirements. Final TATs will be specified in the biopharma study contract.
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Bone Marrow
Volume
4 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
EDTA or NaHep
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 | 24 Hours |