• Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
CD22 expression is restricted to normal and neoplastic B-cells and is absent from other hemopoietic cell types. In B-cell ontogeny, CD22 is first expressed in the cytoplasm of pro-B and pre-B-cells and on the surface as B-cells mature to become IgD+. It is not expressed by plasma cells. CD22 is found highly expressed in follicular, mantle and marginal zone B-cells, while germinal center B-cells are relatively weak. Its expression roughly parallels that of CD19. It is strongly expressed in hairy cell leukemia.
Turnaround time
1 Day

Level of Service

  • Technical Only
New York Approved: Yes

Specimen Requirements

A formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block is preferred specimen type or one (1) unbaked, unstained slide for H&E staining (required) and two to three (2-3) positively charged unstained slides (all cut at 4-5 microns) for each test/antibody ordered. Block and slide identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.

Storage and Transportation

Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen. NYS clients please provide date and time of Collection.

CPT Code(s)*

88342 x 1 or 88341 x 1

*The CPT codes provided with our test descriptions are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. Correct CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed.

Last Updated: January 22, 2025

Get in touch

Our Client Services team is on hand to help. Please call us at 866.776.5907, Option 3.