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HelpTest ID NELL1 Neural Epidermal Growth Factor-Like 1 Protein Immunostain, Technical Component Only
Ordering Guidance
This test includes only technical performance of the stain (no pathologist interpretation is performed). If diagnostic consultation by a pathologist is required order PATHC / Pathology Consultation.
Shipping Instructions
Attach the green "Attention Pathology" address label (T498) and the pink Immunostain Technical Only label included in the kit to the outside of the transport container.
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Tissue
Supplies: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope (T693)
Container/Tube: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope
Preferred:
-Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block
OR
-2 Unstained, positively charged glass slides (25- x 75- x 1-mm) per test ordered; sections 4-microns thick
Acceptable: None
Useful For
Identification of neural epidermal growth factor-like 1 protein primary membranous nephropathy
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| IHTOI | IHC Initial, Tech Only | No | No |
| IHTOA | IHC Additional, Tech Only | No | No |
Testing Algorithm
For the initial technical component only immunohistochemical (IHC) stain performed, the appropriate bill-only test ID will be reflexed and charged (IHTOI). For each additional technical component only IHC stain performed, an additional bill-only test ID will be reflexed and charged (IHTOA).
Method Name
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Reporting Name
NELL1 IHC, Tech OnlySpecimen Type
TECHONLYSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| TECHONLY | Ambient (preferred) | ||
| Refrigerated | |||
Clinical Information
Primary membranous nephropathy is an autoimmune disease of the kidney where antibodies target an antigen in the glomerular basement membrane resulting in kidney damage or failure. In up to 75% of primary membranous nephropathy cases PLA2R and THSD7A are the target antigens. Recently neural epidermal growth factor-like 1 protein was identified as another target antigen for this pathology.
Interpretation
This test does not include pathologist interpretation, only technical performance of the stain. If interpretation is required, order PATHC / Pathology Consultation for a full diagnostic evaluation or second opinion of the case.
The positive and negative controls are verified as showing appropriate immunoreactivity. If a control tissue is not included on the slide, a scanned image of the relevant quality control tissue is available upon request; call 855-516-8404.
Interpretation of this test should be performed in the context of the patient's clinical history and other diagnostic tests by a qualified pathologist.
Clinical Reference
1. Sethi S, Debiec H, Madden B, et al. Neural epidermal growth factor-like 1 protein (NELL-1) associated membranous nephropathy. Kidney Int. 2020;97:163-174
2. Nakamura R, Oyama T, Tajiri R, et al. Expression and regulatory effects on cancer cell behavior of NELL1 and NELL2 in human renal cell carcinoma. Cancer Sci. 2015;106(5):656-664
3. Aghaloo T, Jiang X, Soo C, et al. A study of the role of Nell-1 gene modified goat bone marrow stromal cells in promoting new bone formation. Mol Ther. 2007;15(10):1872-1880
4. Magaki S, Hojat SA, Wei B, So A, Yong WH. An introduction to the performance of immunohistochemistry. Methods Mol Biol. 2019;1897:289-298. doi:10.1007/978-1-4939-8935-5_25
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
88342-TC, primary
88341-TC, if additional IHC
LOINC Code Information
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 610586 | NELL1 IHC, Tech Only | No LOINC Needed |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Renal Diagnostics Test Request (T830) or Immunohistochemical (IHC)/In Situ Hybridization (ISH) Stains Request (T763) with the specimen.
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