Thyroglobulin, technical only
Use
Thyroglobulin is a glycoprotein produced and stored by thyroid follicular cells. In pathology, thyroglobulin is utilized to identify thyroid-originating tumors, with its expression aiding in the differentiation of thyroid neoplasms from other types of malignancies. Technical component only. Pathologist read not included.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Specimens must be fixed in 10% NBF or B plus. All other fixatives will be rejected. 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
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Thyroglobulin
Protein
Result Turnaround Time
7 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Tissue (Fixed (Non-FFPE))
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Fresh Tissues in 10% NBF
Collection Instructions
Fixative should be at a 20:1 fixative to tissue ratio, 10% neutral buffered formalin for 6-72 hours (48-72 hours PREFERRED).
Storage Instructions
15°C to 25°C, Ambient.
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 |