Test Method

IHC

CPT Code

88342 x 1
88341 x 1

Stains / Test Description

CD68 is an antibody directed against lysosomes. It is important for identifying macrophages in tissue sections. It stains macrophages in a wide variety of human tissues, including Kupffer cells and macrophages in the red pulp of the spleen, lamina propria of the gut, lung alveoli, and bone marrow. This antibody reacts with myeloid precursors and peripheral blood granulocytes. It shows strong granular cytoplasmic staining of chronic and acute myeloid leukemia and also reacts with true histiocytic neoplasia. It also stains granular cell tumors and some cases of melanoma, renal cell carcinoma, and pleomorphic sarcoma. Tumors of lymphoid origin are usually not stained.

Specimen Requirements

(1) H&E slide with formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue, fixed with 10% NBF.
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 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.

Storage & Transport

Ship specimen same day (whenever possible) with refrigerated (not frozen) cold pack

Turnaround time

1-3 days depending on level of service

Level of Service

Global (with interpretation)
Slide Only (glass slides only)
Web-Enabled (glass and digital images through eCSI portal)