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RET Oncology FISH

Order Code
510315
CPT
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Test Details
Synonyms

Non−Small-cell Lung Cancer, Adenocarcinoma

TAT

11 days

Methodology

Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

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Test Overview

Detects RET gene rearrangements. Relevant in thyroid and lung cancers.

Specimen Type

FNA formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded blocks are acceptable

Volume

Five slides 4- to 5-micron thick sections

Specimen Container

Paraffin block

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

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Contact Technical Support
Order Code
510315
CPT
Contact Technical Support
Test Details
Synonyms

Non−Small-cell Lung Cancer, Adenocarcinoma

TAT

11 days

Methodology

Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Detects RET gene rearrangements. Relevant in thyroid and lung cancers.

Specimen Type

FNA formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded blocks are acceptable

Volume

Five slides 4- to 5-micron thick sections

Specimen Container

Paraffin block

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

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Contact Technical Support