Second Opinion Consultation Addon for Immunohistochemistry

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Immunohistochemical (IHC) stains are laboratory techniques that leverage antibodies to identify specific antigens in tissue samples. By highlighting the presence of certain proteins, these stains play a crucial role in diagnosing various diseases, including cancer.

What this service entails:

A service where a patient’s existing pathology report, particularly the IHC results, is reviewed by a second, expert pathologist and additional IHC studies are deemed necessary for accuracy.

This is done to:

  • Verify the accuracy of the IHC interpretation.
  • Ensure that the IHC findings are consistent with the overall diagnosis.
  • Provide further insights into the disease process based on the IHC results.
  • Help to insure the accuracy of treatment planning, as IHC results are often key to deciding which treatment will be most effective. 
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Description

What are Immunohistochemical (IHC) Stains?

Immunohistochemical (IHC) stains are laboratory techniques that leverage antibodies to identify specific antigens in tissue samples. By highlighting the presence of certain proteins, these stains play a crucial role in diagnosing various diseases, including cancer.

Importance in Cancer Diagnosis

This method helps pathologists determine the type and origin of cancers, confirming the presence of particular proteins characteristic of specific malignancies. The accurate identification of these proteins is critical for correct diagnosis.

Role in Personalized Medicine

Moreover, IHC stains can predict treatment responses and assess tumor aggressiveness. This information is invaluable in the realm of personalized medicine, enabling tailored treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.

Additional information

Number of Immunohistochemical Stains

One Immunohistochemistry, Two Immunohistochemistry, Three Immunohistochemistry, Four Immunohistochemistry, Five Immunohistochemistry, Six Immunohistochemistry, Seven Immunohistochemistry, Eight Immunohistochemistry, Nine Immunohistochemistry, Ten Immunohistochemistry

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