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Soft Tissue and Bone Biomarker Testing, IHC

Alternative Names/Synonyms	Solid Tumour Biomarker Testing, Immunohistochemistry, IHC, Sarcoma, Soft Tissue, Bone
Laboratory	Anatomical Pathology
Sub-section	Surgical Pathology

Ordering Instructions, Requisition

Pathology Consultation and Biomarker Requisition

Clinical Significance

Immunohistochemical evaluation, where indicated, to assess line of differentiation for classification (Host and Partner Sites).
Test: Immunohistochemistry

Specimen Requirements (Sample Type)

Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block or tissue sections cut at 4 microns mounted on "Superfrost Plus" charged slides.

Cause for Rejection

Specimen Acceptability and Transport Guidance

Instrument, Methodology

Dako Omnis

Test Availability

Monday to Friday; 8 am to 5 pm

Reference Ranges

Please refer directly to the Pathology Report

Laboratory Contact Information

Tel: (416) 586-4800 extension 4457
Fax: (416) 586-8628
Email: PLMconsults@sinaihealth.ca

References

https://www.cancercareontario.ca/en/guidelines-advice/treatment-modality/pathology-laboratory-testing/genetic-testing-resources