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Immunohistochemistry in prostate pathology


Authors: Kristýna Pivovarčíková;  Ondřej Hes
Authors‘ workplace: Šiklův ústav patologie LF UK a FN Plzeň
Published in: Čes.-slov. Patol., 56, 2020, No. 3, p. 161-167
Category: Reviews Article

Overview

The diagnosis of prostatic adenocarcinoma is based on a combination of histological features, none of which is absolutely sensitive and specific. Immunohistochemical examination is therefore sometimes necessary in difficult cases for confirmation of the diagnosis and distinction of mimickers. The second major indication of immunohistochemical staining in prostatic pathology is metastatic prostatic adenocarcinoma.

Keywords:

immunohistochemistry – prostate – NKX3.1 – PSA – seminal vesicles


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