Clare Margaret McCourt, David Boyle, Jacqueline James, Manuel Salto-Tellez
Molecular Pathology Programme, Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK.
Journal of clinical pathology 2013 JanImmunohistochemistry (IHC) plays a central role in the histopathological classification of diseases, including cancer. More recently, the importance of immunohistochemical staining is increasing. IHC usage in diagnostics is invaluable; however, the genetic and therapeutic significance of biomarker immunostaining has become equally relevant. In this article, we would like to analyse the three distinct roles of IHC and review their individual impacts on modern diagnostic pathology: (1) diagnostic IHC; (2) genetic IHC and (3) therapeutic IHC. Thus, we will characterise the different analytical processes that are required in the three approaches to IHC usage stated above, as well as the clinical significance and overall importance in patient management. This will allow us to hypothesise on the most appropriate laboratory environment and detection methods for the future.
Clare Margaret McCourt, David Boyle, Jacqueline James, Manuel Salto-Tellez. Immunohistochemistry in the era of personalised medicine. Journal of clinical pathology. 2013 Jan;66(1):58-61
PMID: 23002284
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