Identifies a member of the S100 family, of which expression is increased in a number of tumors, including pancreas, lung, breast, and ovary carcinomas. S100P can be seen in many pancreatic ductal carcinomas, and it displays no staining in the benign pancreatic ducts and acinar glands.
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.