4-Oct
Alternative name:
Octamer Binding Transcription Factor 4
Methodology
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Test Description and clinical significance
Disease:
Primary and metastatic germ cell derived tumors of the testis and ovary and extragonadal sites
Octamer binding transcription factor (OCT) 3/4 is essential for pluripotency and self renewal of stem cells
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 Oct-4
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.
