MDM2 Tumor Diagnosis Test | Lahalak Platform
A crucial analysis to differentiate between benign and malignant fatty tumors, ensuring accurate diagnosis of soft tissue liposarcoma and planning an integrated treatment strategy.
Scientific name: MDM2 Immunohistochemistry Test
Immunohistochemical (IHC) assays for MDM2 (Mouse Double Minute 2 homolog) are designed to detect the overexpression of the MDM2 protein within cell nuclei. This overexpression is closely associated with the amplification of the MDM2 gene on chromosome 12q14-15, a molecular hallmark of well-differentiated liposarcoma/atypical lipomatous tumors and d...
Service type
Laboratory test (Tissue)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Detailed analysis to detect nuclear overexpression of the MDM2 protein in tissue samples
- Consult a pathologist specializing in soft tissue tumors to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, as the sample is a surgical tissue sample.
- The tissue sample must be immediately preserved in 10% formalin.
- This analysis is requested almost routinely when a deep or large lipoma is present, or any lipoma suspected of malignancy.
- It is often requested as part of a diagnostic package for soft tissue tumors, and is accompanied by a request for FISH testing for MDM2 hyperplasia at the same time or later for confirmation.
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