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What is the maximum days the report can be obtained for the test

The maximum days the report can be obtained for the Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry is 5-7 days.

What are the prerequisites for the test Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry

  • Specimen: Fresh/frozen tissue
  • Fixative: Preferably neutral buffered formalin
  • Transport: Fresh/frozen tissue on dry ice
  • Rejection Criteria: Specimens fixed in alcohol or Bouin's solution
  • Storage Instructions: Store at -70°C

What are the measure values for the test Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry

Measure Value
Normal Range Less than 10 pg/mL
Increased levels indicate Medullary thyroid cancer
Decreased levels indicate Hypoparathyroidism

What does this test Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry identify?

Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry

The Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry is a type of immunohistochemical staining test that is used to identify the presence of calcitonin in tissue samples.

Calcitonin is a hormone that is produced by special cells in the thyroid gland called C-cells. It plays a role in regulating calcium levels in the body by inhibiting the breakdown of bone. Elevated levels of calcitonin can be an indication of certain thyroid conditions, such as medullary thyroid cancer.

During the test, tissue samples are taken from the thyroid gland or other areas of the body and stained with antibodies that specifically bind to calcitonin. If calcitonin is present in the tissue sample, it will be detected by the antibodies and appear as a specific color under a microscope.

Why is this test Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry taken?

Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry

Calcitonin is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels in the body. The Calcitonin Test Immunohistochemistry is taken to detect the presence of calcitonin in tissue samples. This test is commonly used in the diagnosis and monitoring of medullary thyroid carcinoma, a type of thyroid cancer that can produce high levels of calcitonin.

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