Ulex europaeus lectin

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

UEA1

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The antibody UEA-1 directed against the plant Ulex europaeus lectin is a sensitive but unspecific endothelial cell marker. It also stains a high percentage of basal cell carcinoma cells but not of the metatypical BCC. The antibody should only be used in the panel.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

Webb DV et al (20159 Basal cell carcinoma vs basaloid squamous cell carcinoma of the skin: an immunohistochemical appraisal. Ann Diagn Pathol 19:70-75.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer