Desmoid tumor other diagnostic studies

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sara Mohsin, M.D.[2]

Overview

Antibodies including smooth muscle actin, desmin and KIT are often examined to aid in distinguishing desmoids from other tumors.

Other diagnostic studies

• To aid in distinguishing desmoid tumors from other tumors, following antibodies are often examined:
  • Smooth muscle actin
  • Desmin
  • KIT