Immunohistochemistry Germ Cell Tumour Panel Test
Short Name: IHC Germ Cell Tumour Panel
Also known as: IHC Germ Cell Panel, Germ Cell Tumor Immunohistochemistry Panel
Immunohistochemistry Germ Cell Tumour Panel Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹5,850. Uses Immunohistochemistry on Tumor tissue samples. Results in Report delivery: Block: 5 days, Tissue Biopsy: 5 days, Tissue large complex: 7 days. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of the Immunohistochemistry Germ Cell Tumour Panel Test is to aid in the diagnosis and classification of germ cell tumors by detecting specific protein markers indicative of germ cell origin. This helps clinicians confirm the tumor type, guide treatment decisions, and distinguish germ cell tumors from somatic carcinomas, especially in ambiguous cases.
- Test Code
- 997
- Price
- ₹5,850
- Sample Type
- Tumor tissue
- Result Time
- Report delivery: Block: 5 days, Tissue Biopsy: 5 days, Tissue large complex: 7 days
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Immunohistochemistry
Sample Collection
Provide a copy of the Histopathology report, Site of biopsy, and Clinical history.
Method: Biopsy tissue collection
Laboratory Analysis
Tissue sample is collected via biopsy procedure as per standard medical protocols.
Report Delivery
Sample is processed for immunohistochemical analysis; no specific aftercare required from test perspective.
Timeline: Report delivery: Block: 5 days, Tissue Biopsy: 5 days, Tissue large complex: 7 days
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of the Immunohistochemistry Germ Cell Tumour Panel Test is to aid in the diagnosis and classification of germ cell tumors by detecting specific protein markers indicative of germ cell origin. This helps clinicians confirm the tumor type, guide treatment decisions, and distinguish germ cell tumors from somatic carcinomas, especially in ambiguous cases.
How to Prepare
- Submit tumor tissue in 10% Formal-saline OR Formalin fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) block.
- Ship at room temperature.
- Provide a copy of the Histopathology report, Site of biopsy, and Clinical history.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"This test is essential for distinguishing germ cell tumors from other cancers, especially in extragenital sites, to guide precise treatment planning and improve patient outcomes."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Inadequate tissue sample
- Improper fixation
- Missing clinical information
Understanding Your Results
Consult an oncologist if you experience symptoms of germ cell tumors, such as unexplained lumps, pain, or systemic symptoms, or after receiving test results for proper diagnosis and treatment planning.
Limitations
- ⚠Test may not detect all germ cell tumors if markers are not expressed
- ⚠Requires adequate tumor tissue
- ⚠Results should be correlated with clinical and histopathological findings
Risks & Considerations
- ●No direct risks to the patient from the test itself, as it is performed on already collected tissue
Interfering Factors
- ●Tissue sample quality
- ●Fixation method
- ●Technical issues in staining
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