Identifies PD-L1 expression on tumor cells and tumor-associated immune cells. The 22C3 clone is FDA-approved as a companion diagnostic for selecting patients who may benefit from anti–PD-1/PD-L1 immunotherapies, including pembrolizumab. It is used across multiple tumor types, including non–small cell lung carcinoma, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, gastric/GEJ adenocarcinoma, cervical cancer, and urothelial carcinoma.
Tissue Block: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tumor block preferred.
Unstained Slides: Recommended 2 charged 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.