Back to Test DirectoryJ355 : Solid Tumor Gene Fusion Assay
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
Gene Fusion
Methodology:
Genotyping by Next Generation Sequencing
Clinical Utility:
J355 detects gene fusions involving the following 18 genes:
1. ALK
2. AXL
3. BRAF
4. CCND1
5. EGFR
6. FGFR1
7. FGFR2
8. FGFR3
9. MET
10. NRG1
11. NTRK1
12. NTRK2
13. NTRK3
14. PPARG
15. RAF1
16. RET
17. ROS1
18. THADA
ORDERING:
Test Code:
J355-9
Turnaround Time:
10 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded Tissue
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded Tissue | 1 | Room Temp |
Collection Instructions:
BLK: This comes in block form from client with surgical number imprint.
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: 10-15 unstained slides at 5 microns (tumor content>10%) with H&E, stable for 30 days.
Specimen Comment:
Specimen can be sent either room temperature or refrigerated.
Alternative specimen: Extracted Total Nucleic Acid (TNA) or RNA is acceptable, providing that the isolation of nucleic acid occurs in a CLIA-certified laboratory or a laboratory meeting equivalent requirements as determined by CMS and/or the CAP.
Alternative specimen: Extracted Total Nucleic Acid (TNA) or RNA is acceptable, providing that the isolation of nucleic acid occurs in a CLIA-certified laboratory or a laboratory meeting equivalent requirements as determined by CMS and/or the CAP.
Alternative Specimen:
Unstained Slide, Eppendorf tube
Billing:
CPT Codes:
81449 x 1
CPT Code Disclaimer
CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding CPT coding to the payer being billed.
