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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