Kappa

Code
APT-KAPX-01AX
Test
Active-Compendium
88342 x 1 or 88341 x 1
Clinical
Pathology
A formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block is preferred specimen type or one (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 ordered.
Block and slide identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.
Flag Active
True
Orderable Test Description
Antibody to the kappa light chain of immunoglobulin is reportedly useful in the identification of leukemias, plasmacytomas and certain non-Hodgkin lymphomas. Demonstration of monotypism in lymphoid infiltrates is a surrogate for clonality, and therefore malignancy.
Orderable Turn Around Time
1 Day
Meta Description
Antibody to the kappa light chain of immunoglobulin is reportedly useful in the identification of leukemias, plasmacytomas and certain NHLs. Demonstration of monotypism in lymphoid infiltrates is a surrogate for clonality, and therefore malignancy.
Extra Note

Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen. NYS clients please provide date and time of Collection.

Orderable Biomarkers
NY Approved
True
Orderable Biomarkers JSON
{"Immunohistochemistry (IHC)": {"Expression": ["Kappa"]}}
Keywords string
Kappa, kappa light chain, light chain, clonal cell Kappa
Title URL
kappa