MLH1 Promotor Methylation, Paraffin
| Abbrev Code: | MLH1 | ||
| Order Code: | LAB6609 | Order Name: | MLH1 Promotor Methylation Tumor |
| Synonyms: | MLH1HM; Promotor Methylation | ||
| Methodology: | Methylation sensitive polymerase chain reaction (MS-PCR) | ||
| CPT Codes: | 88381 x1, G0452 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Results are reported within 10-14 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Tumor tissue |
| Optimal Volume: | See Collection Instructions |
| Container: | See Collection Instructions |
| Collection Instructions: | Fixed tissue: 5 unstained slides (10 microns thick), 1 H&E (4 microns thick) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Fresh tissue or paraffin ribbons submitted and tumor percentage is less than 30%. Decalcified tissue. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Do not process. Store at room temperature. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Molecular Diagnostics (UMMC-East Bank) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
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