PLAP IHC Germ Cell Tumor Test | Lahalak Platform
Vital diagnostic tool for differentiating tumor types, particularly those related to the reproductive system, ensuring patients receive the most targeted and effective treatment possible.
Scientific name: Immunohistochemistry (IHC) for Placental Alkaline Phosphatase (PLAP)
Immunohistochemical (IHC) assays detect the expression of placental alkaline phosphatase (PLAP). PLAP is a cytoplasmic and membrane marker of placental cells (chorionic cell) and certain germ cell tumors. It is primarily used to aid in the diagnosis of seminomas in men and other germ cell tumors, as well as to differentiate choriocarcinoma and germ...
Service type
Histopathology laboratory test
Duration
15-20 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate analysis to diagnose PLAP expression in tumor tissue samples using IHC technology.
- Consult a pathologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, as the analysis is based on a fixed tissue sample.
- It is necessary to have a properly preserved tumor tissue sample (paraffin block or microscopic slides).
- Attach the initial histological report and suspected diagnosis with the sample.
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