Identifies a nuclear protein expressed by cells infected with Human Herpes Virus 8, which is expressed in both Kaposi's sarcoma and HHV8-associated lymphoproliferative disorders, including primary effusion lymphomas and multicentric Castleman's disease. HHV8 encodes a latent nuclear antigen (LANA) that is the product of the viral gene 73.
A formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block is preferred specimen typeorOne (1) unbaked, unstained slide for H&E staining (required) and two to three (2-3) positively charged unstained slides (all cut at 4-5 microns) for each test/antibody orderedBlock and slide identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.
Use cold pack for transport. Make sure cold pack is not in direct contact with spe