Casandra
Casandra Test Code NG07832Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
MYCN (n‑MYC) Amplification
Also known as: n-MYC
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) assay targeting MYCN amplification (2p24.3) relative to centromere 2, useful for detecting gene amplification in diseases including neuroblastoma, brain cancer, alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, small‑cell lung cancer, and prostate cancer.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Chromosomal / Cytogenetics (FISH)
Biomarkers
Unknown CNV
Copy Number RegionAmplification
Copy Number Alteration • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Tissue
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
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Collection Instructions
Send paraffin block. For tech‑only: circled H&E slide (required) and 4 unstained slides cut at 4‑5 microns; circle H&E slide for tech‑only.