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HelpMayo Test ID HRPV8 Human Herpes Virus, Type 8 (HHV-8) 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
Supplies: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope (T693)
Specimen Type: Tissue
Container/Tube: Immunostain Technical Only Envelope
Preferred: 2 Unstained positively charged glass slide (25- x 75- x 1-mm) per test ordered; sections 4-microns thick.
Acceptable: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block
Useful For
Identification of human herpes virus type 8 infection
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| IHTOI | IHC Initial, Tech Only | No | No |
| IHTOA | IHC Additional, Tech Only | No | No |
Method Name
Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Reporting Name
Herpes Virus type 8 IHC, Tech OnlySpecimen Type
TECHONLYSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| TECHONLY | Ambient (preferred) | ||
| Refrigerated | |||
Reject Due To
| Wet/frozen tissue Cytology smears Nonformalin fixed tissue Nonparaffin embedded tissue Noncharged slides ProbeOn slides |
Reject |
Clinical Information
Human herpes virus type 8 infection can lead to the development of lymphoproliferative diseases or other neoplasms, especially in the setting of HIV. These neoplasms include the plasma cell variant of Castleman disease, Kaposi sarcoma, and primary effusion lymphoma.
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.
Cautions
Age of a cut paraffin section can affect immunoreactivity. Stability thresholds vary widely among published literature and are antigen dependent. Best practice is for paraffin sections to be cut within 6 weeks.
Clinical Reference
1. Beukes CA, Thiart J. The incidence of human herpes virus-8 expression in lymph node biopsies from human immunodeficiency virus-positive patients. Histopathology. 2012;61(5):942-944. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2559.2012.04291.x
2. Roe CJ, Siddiqui MT, Lawson D, Cohen C. RNA In Situ Hybridization for Epstein-Barr Virus and Cytomegalovirus: Comparison With In Situ Hybridization and Immunohistochemistry. Appl Immunohistochem Mol Morphol. 2019;27(2):155-159. doi:10.1097/PAI.0000000000000568
3. Speicher DJ, Wanzala P, D'Lima M, et al. Diagnostic challenges of oral and cutaneous Kaposi's sarcoma in resource-constrained settings. J Oral Pathol Med. 2015;44(10):842-849. doi:10.1111/jop.12315
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
Method Description
Immunohistochemistry on sections of paraffin-embedded tissue.(Unpublished Mayo method)
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysSpecimen Retention Time
Until staining is complete.Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test 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
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HRPV8 | Herpes Virus type 8 IHC, Tech Only | Order only;no result |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 70771 | Herpes Virus type 8 IHC, Tech Only | Bill only; no result |
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).