Code
APT-BSTX-01AX
Test
Active-Compendium
88342 x 1 or 88341 x 1
Clinical
Pathology
A formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block is preferred specimen type or one (1) unbaked, unstained slide for H&E staining (required) and two to three (2-3) positively charged unstained slides (all cut at 4-5 microns) for each test/antibody ordered.
Block and slide identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.
Block and slide identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.
Flag Active
True
Orderable Test Description
This monoclonal antibody (B72.3) to tumor-associated glycoprotein recognizes a tumor-associated oncofetal antigen (TAG-72) expressed by a wide variety of human adenocarcinomas. This antigen is expressed by most invasive ductal breast, colonic, pancreatic, gastric, esophageal, lung, ovarian and endometrial adenocarcinomas. This antigen is also expressed on normal secretory endometrium, but not on other normal tissues.
Orderable Turn Around Time
1 Day
Extra Note
Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen. NYS clients please provide date and time of Collection.
Orderable Biomarkers
NY Approved
True
Orderable Biomarkers JSON
{"Immunohistochemistry (IHC)": {"Expression": ["B72.3"]}}
Keywords string
B72.3, TAG-72 B72.3
Title URL
b72-3