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 |
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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