Methodology: IHC

Clinical Significance:
HGAL - also known as GCET2, GCAT2, and GCSAM – is a cytoplasmic protein expressed by benign and neoplastic follicle center (germinal center)-derived B cells. As part of a panel of IHC antibodies, the HGAL antibody is useful to distinguish follicle center-derived B cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (B-NHL) from other B cell proliferations. Subcellular Localization: Cytoplasmic

Organ: Lymph Node / Spleen

Disease State: Burkitt's Lymphoma

CPT Code(s): 88342 or 88341. The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Turnaround Time: Within 1-2 business days of receipt

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Specimen Requirements:
• Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block or cell block - OR - • 1 unstained slide for each test requested plus 3-4 additional unstained slides cut at 4µm