Bladder Cancer FISH, Pathologist Review

Also known as: Urothelial Carcinoma, FISH, UroVysion®, FISH

Clinical Use

Use

The assay is designed to detect aneuploidy for chromosomes 3, 7, 17, and loss of the 9p21 locus via fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) in urine specimens from subjects with transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder. This assay does not detect other chromosomal or genetic alterations. Results are intended for use as a noninvasive method of monitoring for tumor recurrence in conjunction with cystoscopy in patients previously diagnosed with bladder cancer. The clinical interpretation of test results should be evaluated within the context of the patient's medical history and other diagnostic laboratory test results.

Special Instructions

Not provided.

Limitations

A positive FISH result without signs of bladder cancer recurrence may indicate other urinary tract-related cancers, necessitating further follow-up. Negative results in symptomatic patients may represent false negatives, thus repeat testing might be needed. The test doesn't detect all genetic changes associated with bladder cancer, missing some variants.

Test Details

Methodology

Chromosomal / Cytogenetics (FISH)

Biomarkers

Chromosome Chromosome 3Chromosome Chromosome 7Chromosome Chromosome 17Unknown CNV

LOINC Codes

Order Codes

56030-0 - Karyotyp Ur FISH

Result Codes

56030-0 - Karyotyp Ur FISH
31208-2 - Specimen source
33511-7 - Appearance Spec
48767-8 - Annotation comment Imp
8251-1 - Service Cmnt-Imp
19139-5 - Pathologist name
52797-8 - Dx ICD code
55752-0 - Clinical info
72486-4 - Lab director name Provider
11502-2 - Laboratory report

Result Turnaround Time

4-5 days

Specimen

Urine

Volume

50 mL urine mixed with preservative in TCC Monitoring kit

Minimum Volume

33 mL urine mixed with preservative in TCC Monitoring kit

Container

TCC Monitoring kit; options: PreservCyt® vial, Cytology Special Studies Kit, or sterile urine container with Carbowax® fixative

Collection Instructions

Use the large cup in the kit to collect the first void of the day; fill urine to the minimum volume line of 33 mL, then transfer to a smaller container up to 90 mL. Secure lid to prevent leakage.