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HelpTest Code DNAANA - DNA Analysis DNA Ploidy of Solid Tumor, Paraffin Block
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Performing Laboratory
NRL-Flow CytometryMethodology
Flow CytometryThe DNA ploidy of solid tumors has been shown to be helpful in determining the prognosis for patients with certain tumors. The following are available: bladder (transitional cell-grades 1 and 2) carcinoma, node-negative breast carcinoma, intermediate grade (Duke’s B2 and C) colon carcinoma, endometrial carcinoma, prostate carcinoma, renal cell carcinoma, and thyroid carcinoma.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Bladder, breast, colon, endometrium, kidney, prostate, or thyroidContainer/Tube: Paraffin-embedded specimen block
Specimen Volume: Representative tumor
Collection Instructions: Whenever possible, send equivalent non-neoplastic tissue to serve as an internal reference.
Additional Information: Tumor description, diagnosis, and pathologist’s name, address, and telephone number are required.