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Chapter 24 Anaplastic Large-Cell Lymphoma - Dako

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Guide to Bone Marrow Diagnosis<br />

ALK<br />

EMA<br />

Immunophenotype:<br />

CD30+, EMA+/-, CD43+/-, CD2+/-, CD5+/-, CD4+/-, TIA-1+, GRANZYME B+,<br />

PERFORIN+, CD45-/+, CD25+/-, CD15-/+, CD3+/-, p80+/-<br />

Summary of Key Points<br />

• ALCL has a characteristic morphology and immunophenotype.<br />

• ALCL has two clinical forms: Systemic and primary cutaneous.<br />

• Its cohesive growth pattern may mimic metastatic carcinoma.<br />

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