ROS1 Oncology FISH
Also known as: Adenocarcinoma, ROS1, Non−Small-cell Lung Cancer, ROS1
Use
Confirmation/identification of cancer-related alterations in non−small-cell lung cancer
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Molecular mutations or chromosomal alterations not targeted by the probe included in this profile will not be detected. The performance characteristics of this test were determined by Labcorp and have not been cleared or approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
Methodology
Chromosomal / Cytogenetics (FISH)
Biomarkers
No genes
Gene
LOINC Codes
- 31208-2 - Specimen source
- 62361-1 - Cells counted
- 62360-3 - Cells analyzed
- 48674-6 - Genetic diseases Bld/T FISH
- 62365-2 - Diagnostic imp Spec-Imp
- 48672-0 - Clinical cytogeneticist Spec
Result Turnaround Time
5-7 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Five slides (4- to 5-micron thick sections)
Minimum Volume
Two slides (4- to 5-micron thick sections) on positively charged slides or one paraffin block
Container
Paraffin block
Collection Instructions
Utilize sterile technique and Labcorp transport kits when possible.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Broken or dirty slides; excessive cellular debris or stained slides; decalcified bone cores; absence of tumor or quantity not sufficient for analysis
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