Tissue Processing to FFPE
Biopharma: This test is available for use in clinical trials or research purposes only.
Expected Turnaround Time
2 days
Stated turn-around-times (TATs) are for clinical use only and subject to change based on biopharma protocol requirements. Final TATs will be specified in the biopharma study contract.
Stated turn-around-times (TATs) are for clinical use only and subject to change based on biopharma protocol requirements. Final TATs will be specified in the biopharma study contract.
Clinical Information
Processing of tissue into formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) block.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Requirements
Fixative should be at a 20:1 fixative to tissue ratio, 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) for 6-72 hours (48-72 hours PREFERRED)
Specimen Stability
Ambient ≤ 72 Hours
Storage Requirements
15°C to 25°C
Shipping Conditions
Ambient
Shipping Recommendations
AMBIENT
Specimen Rejection Criteria
Specimens not fixed in 10% NBF or B plus. Alcohol (70% ethanol) is acceptable for transportation purposes.
Test Details
Synonyms
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded
Test Method
Anatomic Pathology
Methodology Category
Anatomic Pathology
Special Considerations
Specimens may be fixed in formalin for 24-72 hours by collection sites, then transferred to 70% ethanol and stored at 2-8°C for longer term storage if needed.