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AR<\/em><\/p>\n

Tissue, NA, Fasting or Non Fasting: As suggested by doctor<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"sampleSample Required:<\/span><\/h3>\n

FFPE tumour tissue block at room temperature<\/p>\n

\"testTest Time:<\/span><\/h3>\n

Biopsy-dependent. 4 working days.<\/p>\n

\"testTest Normal Range:<\/span><\/h3>\n

No fixed normal range.<\/p>\n

\"whatWhat is the Test?<\/span><\/h3>\n

An IHC test determining **Androgen Receptor (AR)** expression to guide therapy in breast and prostate cancers.<\/p>\n

\"testTest Procedure:<\/span><\/h3>\n

Sections are stained using AR antibody and assessed for nuclear staining.<\/p>\n

\"whenWhen to Take the Test:<\/span><\/h3>\n

When AR status influences treatment (e.g., triple-negative breast cancer, prostate cancer).<\/p>\n

\"whoWho Should Take This Test:<\/span><\/h3>\n

Patients with cancers where AR status is clinically relevant.<\/p>\n

\"precautionsPrecautions for Exceptional Cases (Pregnancy, etc.):<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ensure adequate fixation; inform clinician if pregnant.<\/p>\n

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