EGFR Oncology FISH
Also known as: Brain Cancer, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer
Use
Confirmation/identification of cancer-related alterations (for lung and brain cancer)
Special Instructions
There will be an additional charge for processing paraffin block samples or for samples that require culture. Utilize sterile technique and Labcorp transport kits when possible for specimen collection.
Limitations
Molecular mutations or chromosomal alterations not targeted by the probe included in this profile will not be detected. This analysis is limited to abnormalities detectable by the specific probes included in the study and does not reflect other cytogenetic changes that may be observed by standard chromosome analysis.
Methodology
Chromosomal / Cytogenetics (FISH)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 31208-2
- 62361-1
- 62360-3
- 48674-6
- 62365-2
- 48672-0
- 11502-2
- 31208-2
- 62361-1
- 62360-3
- 48674-6
- 62365-2
- 48672-0
- 11502-2
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Tumor Tissue (FFPE)
Volume
Three slides 4- or 5-micron thick with tumor
Minimum Volume
Two slides 4- or 5-micron thick on positively charged slides
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Broken or dirty slides; excessive cellular debris or stained slides; decalcified bone cores; frozen specimen; no tumor submitted
Other tests from different labs that may be relevant