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Immunohistochemistry Desmin

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What is IHC - Desmin Test? 

The protein of the smooth and striated muscles, desmin, is mostly an intermediate filament. IHC-Desmin, or alternatively immunohistochemistry desmin, is a specific test used to differentiate between mesothelial cells and cancer in serous fluid during the manufacture of cell blocks. The only goal of the test is to distinguish mesothelial cells from adenocarcinoma in the serous fluid at the time of cell block preparations in order to have a better understanding of the immunohistochemistry stains for desmin. The test is very helpful for identifying cancers with myogenic origin.

Preparation for IHC - Desmin Test

There are no specific arrangements needed because the test is carried out on a sample of paraffin-embedded tissue. Additionally, patients are not subject to any rigid restrictions. On the test day, they can simply adhere to any food plan. If a patient has any allergies, including medicine allergies, they should inform the doctors immediately.

Uses of IHC - Desmin Test

IHC-Desmin is a very effective tool for examining particular hematopoietic cells. It aids in the cultivation of unidentified cells and the detection of the presence or lack of the antigen, which can then be used to categorise the target cell. Regardless of gender or age, it aids doctors in the detection of skeletal muscle cancers.

Procedure for IHC - Desmin Test

On a biopsy tissue sample, desmin immunohistochemistry is mostly performed using the immunohistochemistry method. First, a spirit or alcohol pad is used to clean the tissue from which the desired samples must be taken. After being immersed in formalin (10% neutral buffered formalin), it is paraffin-embedded. For H and E staining, a slide that hasn't been stained yet is first taken. Then, two to three positively charged slides are taken for each test or antibody, depending on the doctor's instructions. Clear writing and a match with the specimen ID are required for the block and slide identification. The sample is then moved with the use of a cold pack. The lab staff must check to make sure they are storing it, though.

Requirements for Specimens

Volume 1 block of specimen paraffin waxeed tissue in a sterile container

Test Type Immunohistochemistry Desmin
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IHC - Desmin (Pathology Test)

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