Tumor suppressor whose loss is highly specific for malignant mesothelioma. When combined with p16 FISH, helps distinguish malignant mesothelial proliferations from benign, especially when invasion is not evident.
Tissue Block: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tumor block preferred.
Unstained Slides: Recommended 2charged slides per stain requested (minimum of 1 slide per stain),baked or unbaked.
Fixation: Tissue must be fixed in 10% neutral buffered formalin for 6–72 hours.
Use cold pack for transport. Make sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen.