Detects Mucin 2 in human tissues such as normal colon, breast, prostate, and salivary gland, as well as in gastrointestinal, colonic, breast, and prostate neoplasia. This antibody labels MUC2 in normal colon and colonic carcinomas where it produces intense perinuclear staining in goblet cells.
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 specimen.