Desmin
Methodology
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Test Description and clinical significance
Disease:
Identification of striated and smooth muscle cells and tumors
52kDa cytoplasmic intermediate filament present in muscle and endothelial cells
Expressed in neoplasms with myogenic differentiation
Variable expression in myofibroblasts
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 Desmin
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.
