MGMT Promoter Methylation, Tumor
Abbrev Code: | MGMT | ||
Order Code: | LAB6683 | Order Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
Synonyms: | MGMT; Promoter Methylation | ||
Methodology: | Methylation-specific ploymerase chain reaction (MS-PCR) analysis | ||
CPT Codes: | 81287 x1, G0452 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | 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. | ||
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Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Tumor tissue |
Optimal Volume: | See collection instructions |
Container: | Alternate Containers: Microscope slides |
Collection Instructions: | Fixed tissue: 5 unstained slides (10 microns thick), 1 H&E slide (10 microns thigk) fixed tissue |
Causes for Rejection: | Fresh tissue or paraffin ribbons submitted and tumor percentage is less than 20% |
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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