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MLH1 Promoter Methylation Analysis

Order Code
512031
CPT
81288, 83381
Test Details
TAT

14 days

Methodology

Bisulfite converstion, methylation-specific PCR, and gel electrophoresis

Remarks

Please provide a copy of the pathology report. mLH1 testing will be delayed if the pathology report is NOT received.

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Assesses methylation of *MLH1* promoter. Helps distinguish sporadic from hereditary colorectal cancer.

Specimen Type

Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block or Slides

Volume

8 pre-cut unstained slides at 5 micron with 1 matching H&E reference slide, or FFPE tissue block

Specimen Container

Tissue block and slide container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

Please provide a copy of the pathology report

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Contact Technical Support
Order Code
512031
CPT
81288, 83381
Test Details
TAT

14 days

Methodology

Bisulfite converstion, methylation-specific PCR, and gel electrophoresis

Remarks

Please provide a copy of the pathology report. mLH1 testing will be delayed if the pathology report is NOT received.

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Assesses methylation of *MLH1* promoter. Helps distinguish sporadic from hereditary colorectal cancer.

Specimen Type

Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block or Slides

Volume

8 pre-cut unstained slides at 5 micron with 1 matching H&E reference slide, or FFPE tissue block

Specimen Container

Tissue block and slide container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

Please provide a copy of the pathology report

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Contact Technical Support