Test Overview
Test Methodology

Immunohistochemistry

Test Usage

PD-L1 for esophageal SCC only is the only source to be sent to NeoGenomics, the rest are performed at Michigan Medicine

Reference Range *

Interpretive report will be issued

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Friday
Analytic Time

3 - 5 days

Soft Order Code
NPDLK
Synonyms
  • PDL1 Keytruda (non-lung)
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
NeoGenomics
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions

Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block; or 3 unstained glass, "positively charged" slides with 4-microns formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue plus 1 unbaked, unstained 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.

Special Handling

PD-L1 for esophageal SCC only is the only source to be sent to NeoGenomics, the rest are performed at Michigan Medicine

Normal Volume
Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue or unstained slides.
Additional Information

Test sent to NeoGenomics.

Billing
CPT Code
88360
Fee Code
AA478
NY State Approved
No