S-100
Methodology
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Test Description and clinical significance
Disease:
Marker of schwann cells and melanocyte, nerve sheath tumors, melanoma, and Langerhans cell histiocytosis
Family of multigenic group of nonubiquitous cytoplasmic homologous intracellular Ca2+ binding proteins with EF hand motifs and significant structural similarities at both protein and genomic levels
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 S-100
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.
