Extended Solid Tumor Panel
| Abbrev Code: | NGSON | ||
| Order Code: | LAB6497 | Order Name: | Next Generation Sequencing Oncology |
| Synonyms: | BRAF, EGFR, IDH1, IDH2, JAK2, KIT, KRAS, MET, NRAS, PDGFA, PIK3CA, TP53 | ||
| Methodology: | Next generation sequencing and FISH testing | ||
| CPT Codes: | 81445 x1, G0452 x1 | ||
| Test Includes: | Next generation sequencing of BRAF, EGFR, IDH1, IDH2, JAK2, KIT, KRAS, MET, NRAS, PDGFA, PIK3CA and TP53 genes. | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Fri; results are reported within 10-14 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Refer to requisition form for available tests. (See Associated Links). For non-EPIC sites: Print out requisition(s) and check gene(s) or panel requested. Order testing in EPIC as Solid Tumor Panel. Fixed samples: Include block number for testing. | ||
| Associated Links: | MDL Oncology Tumor Marker Request Form, NGSON Order Instructions |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Fixed tissue slides (preferred); fresh tissue |
| Optimal Volume: | Fixed tissue; 5 unstained slides (10 microns thick), 1 H&E slide (10 microns thick) fixed tissue; fresh tissue: 5 mm x 5 mm x 5 mm |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | Fixed tissue; 4 unstained slides (10 microns thick), 1 H&E slide (10 microns thick) fixed tissue; fresh tissue: 3 mm x 3 mm x 3 mm |
| Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
| Collection Instructions: | Follow the NGSON Order Instructions prior to sample collection. See Associated Links. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Decalcified tissue. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Do not process. Store at room temperature. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze. |
| Stability: | Do not refrigerate or freeze. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Molecular Diagnostics (UMMC East Bank) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | See interpretive report. |
| Use: | To provide predictive and prognostic information for solid tumors based on molecular alterations in the analyzed genes. Contact Molecular Diagnostics for more information at 612-273-8445. |
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