Detects a regulator of cell adhesion and embryogenesis. Abnormal nuclear or cytoplasmic staining is seen in abdominal fibromatoses and various tumors, including endometrial stromal tumors, sarcomas, and some adenocarcinomas.
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.