TABLE 2
FROM:
Utility of D2-40, a novel mesothelial marker, in the diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma
Albert Y Chu, Leslie A Litzky, Theresa L Pasha, Geza Acs and Paul J Zhang
BACK TO ARTICLETable 2. D2-40-positive samples, staining characteristics
| Tissue | n | % cells staining, mean | Staining intensity, median | Predominant staining pattern |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malignant mesothelioma | ||||
| Epithelioid | 33 | 92 | 4+ | Membranous |
| Biphasic | 15 | 90a, 26b | 3+a, 1+b | Membranousa, cytoplasmicb |
| Sarcomatoid | 3 | 52 | 1+ | Cytoplasmic |
| Reactive pleura | 27 | 71 | 4+ | Membranous |
| Ovarian serous carcinoma | 17 | 33 | 2/3+ | Membranous |
| Renal cell carcinoma, papillary | 5 | 43 | 1/2+ | Cytoplasmic |
| Breast carcinoma, invasive | 3 | 13 | 2+ | Cytoplasmic |
| Pulmonary adenocarcinoma | 2 | 13 | 2+ | Cytoplasmic |
a Epithelioid areas.
b Sarcomatoid areas.