What does an immunohistochemistry panel of 6 tests examine?
Feb 28, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Peng Xiaodong
Introduction
There is generally no such thing as a "six-item immunohistochemical examination" in clinical practice. In fact, there are over 50 different immunohistochemical tests available, and patients need to select appropriate tests based on the location of their lesions. Immunohistochemistry typically involves detecting immune factors within the body. Furthermore, immunohistochemical testing can assess a patient's immune function and is highly valuable in disease diagnosis.
There is generally no such thing in clinical practice as a "six-item immunohistochemical examination." There are over 50 possible immunohistochemistry tests available, and patients need to select appropriate tests based on the location of the lesion.
Immunohistochemistry typically involves detecting immune factors within the body, which helps clinicians choose the correct treatment approach and plays an important role in disease management. Common immunohistochemical tests include immunoglobulin A (IgA), immunoglobulin M (IgM), immunoglobulin G (IgG), complement C3, complement C4, and C-reactive protein.
Abnormal values in these tests can help identify autoimmune diseases such as congenital immunodeficiency disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic liver disease. Immunohistochemical and pathological examinations are also crucial for diagnosing malignant tumors. However, there is no standardized "six-item immunohistochemical panel" in clinical practice. When undergoing immunohistochemical testing, patients should select appropriate tests according to the specific site of involvement and the morphological characteristics of the lesion.
In addition, immunohistochemical testing can assess a patient's immune function and significantly aid in disease diagnosis.
