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HelpTest ID KINM Ki-67(MIB-1), Gastrointestinal/Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors, Quantitative Immunohistochemistry, Manual
Ordering Guidance
This is not an orderable test. If ordering for diagnostic purposes, order PATHC / Pathology Consultation and request the stain.
Shipping Instructions
Attach the green "Attention Pathology" address label (T498) to the outside of the transport container before putting into the courier mailer.
Necessary Information
1. Pathologist's name, address, and phone number are required.
2. Include accompanying pathology report stating the final diagnosis. If not available, a preliminary diagnosis is acceptable.
Specimen Required
This is not an orderable test. Order PATHC / Pathology Consultation. The consultant will determine the need for special stains.
Supplies: Pathology Packaging Kit (T554)
Specimen Type:
Preferred: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block containing neuroendocrine tumor of the pancreas or gastrointestinal (GI) tract including metastases.
Acceptable: 2 unstained sections, containing neuroendocrine tumor of the pancreas or GI tract including metastases, on charged slides cut at 4 microns <1 month ago. Tissue on the slides should have been fixed in 10% neutral buffered formalin.
Submission Container/Tube: Pathology Packaging Kit
Collection Instructions: Submit formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block
Additional Information: Paraffin block will be returned with the final report.
Secondary ID
71667Useful For
Determining proliferation of tumor cells in paraffin-embedded tissue blocks from patients diagnosed with neuroendocrine tumors of the pancreas or gastrointestinal tract including metastases
Testing Algorithm
Includes pathology consultation charged separately.
Method Name
This is not an orderable test. Order PATHC / Pathology Consultation. The consultant will determine the need for special stains.
Immunohistochemistry, Semi- Quantitation, Hot-Spot Technique
Reporting Name
Ki67 GI/Pancreas NET IHC ManualSpecimen Type
SpecialSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Special | Ambient (preferred) | |
| Refrigerated | ||
Clinical Information
Ki-67(MIB-1 clone) is a monoclonal antibody that reacts with cells undergoing DNA synthesis by binding to the Ki-67 antigen, a marker known to be expressed only in proliferating cells. By measuring the amount of tumor cells expressing Ki-67, an estimate of DNA synthesis can be determined. Studies suggest that Ki-67(MIB-1) analysis of paraffin-embedded tissue specimens may provide useful prognostic information in various tumor types.
Reference Values
This is not an orderable test. Order PATHC / Pathology Consultation. The consultant will determine the need for special stains.
Varies by tumor type; values reported from 0% to 100%
Cautions
The paraffin block analyzed must be representative of the patient's tumor.
Test results should be interpreted in the context of clinical findings and other laboratory data
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
4 to 6 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
88360