Immunohistochemistry (IHC) in Nallakunta, Hyderabad
Cancer Biomarker & Tumour Characterisation — Nallakunta, Hyderabad
What is Immunohistochemistry (IHC)?
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) uses antibodies to detect specific proteins in tissue samples, enabling precise characterisation of cancer type, grade, and molecular markers. IHC results guide oncologists in selecting targeted therapy and predicting prognosis.
When is Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Recommended?
- Breast cancer receptor testing (ER, PR, HER2)
- Lung cancer biomarker testing (ALK, EGFR, PD-L1)
- Lymphoma and leukaemia characterisation
- Confirmation of cancer type and origin
- Ki-67 proliferation index for prognosis
- Prostate cancer grading
How to Prepare for Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
- 1Tissue samples are submitted by your surgeon or pathologist
- 2No patient preparation required
What Happens During the Immunohistochemistry (IHC)?
Tissue sections from biopsy are treated with specific antibody stains and examined under microscopy. Results are reported with staining intensity (0 to 3+) and percentage of positive cells.
Why Choose SL Diagnostics for Immunohistochemistry (IHC)?
- Comprehensive IHC panel for oncology
- Standardised validated antibody protocols
- Reports provided in standardised oncology reporting format
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ER (Estrogen Receptor), PR (Progesterone Receptor), and HER2 are proteins that drive breast cancer growth. IHC testing determines which are present, guiding hormone therapy and targeted treatment choices.
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