OCT4 IHC Germ Cell Tumor Test | Lahalak Platform
Vital analysis for highly accurate diagnosis of germ cell tumors, ensuring precise tumor typing and guiding patients toward appropriate chemotherapy that achieves the best possible recovery outcomes.
Scientific name: Immunohistochemistry (IHC) for OCT4
Immunohistochemical assay for OCT4 (Octamer-Binding Transcription Factor 4, also known as POU5F1) aims to detect this pivotal nuclear transcription factor for the preservation of embryonic stem cell characteristics. It is used as a highly sensitive and specific marker for the diagnosis of germ cell tumors (GCTs), particularly seminoma of the testis...
Service type
Laboratory test (Tissue)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Detailed analysis to detect nuclear expression of the transcription factor OCT4 in tissue samples
- Consult a pathologist specializing in tumors of the reproductive system or germ cells to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, as the sample is tissue-based (biopsy or testicular/ovarian removal).
- The tissue sample must be immediately preserved in 10% formalin.
- This analysis is routinely requested for all testicular and ovarian tumors suspected to be germ cell tumors.
- It is usually requested as part of a comprehensive diagnostic package for germ cell tumors that also includes SALL4, CD117 (c-KIT), Glypican-3, and HCG.
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