CK5/6
Alternative name:
Cytokeratin 5/6 and CK5.
Methodology
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Test Description and clinical significance
Disease:
Epithelioid mesothelioma, colonic, urothelial and Merckel cell carcinoma
Basic (type II) cytokeratins of molecular weight 58 kDa (CK5) and 56 kDa (CK6)
Common antibodies are directed against both cytokeratin 5 and 6
Specimen Requirements
Collection:
FFPE/un-stained slides/Fresh tissue in formalin
Stability:
Room temperature
Unacceptable Conditions:
Unlabeled specimen/specimen left unfixed
for extended periods
Storage & Transport
Room Temperature
CPT(s)
88342 if intial single stain or 88341 for each additional stain CK5/6
New York Approved
NO
TAT
1 Day
*The CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only and are based on AMA guidelines The billing party is solely responsible for correct CPT coding.
