Casandra
Casandra Test Code MP57565Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Placental alkaline phosphatase
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
PLAP is a membrane-associated sialoglycoprotein enzyme normally present within the placenta during the third trimester of gestation and fetal/neonatal testes and thymus. Abnormal expression can be detected in endocervix, fallopian tube, and ovarian tumors as well as germ cell tumors.
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.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Placental alkaline phosphatase
ProteinIHC
Expression • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
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.