Test Overview
Immunohistochemistry
Detection of over-expression of HER-2/neu and treatment response to herceptin.
Negative (no expression). Interpretive report provided.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
1 week
- Consult
- Surgical
- HER-2/NEU
Specimen Requirements
Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block; or 4 unstained glass, "positively charged" slides with 4-microns formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue with associated H&E stained slide. Slides must be dried before shipping (air dry overnight or dry in 60 degree C oven for 20 minutes). Both blocks and slides should be stored at room temperature.
Additional Information
Reported as Negative (no expression), Positive (over-expression), or Borderline. Borderline cases should be followed up with HER-2/neu by FISH when clinically indicated.