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EGFR Amplification by FISH


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Test Name
EGFR Amplification by FISH
Alternate Names
epidermal growth factor receptor
Description
Fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH) using a DNA probe set to identify amplification of EGFR.
Test Code
17427
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Specimen
Formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue
Specimen Requirements
Fresh tissue collected in RPMI, formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue, bone marrow or peripheral blood collected in sodium heparin (green topped) tube
Storage Requirements
Store specimens at room temperature (15 to 30°C) until transported, adding a cold (refrigerator) pack during the summer months.
Causes for Rejections
Decalcified tissues are not accepted.
GENERAL AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Turn Around Time
7 days
Methodology
Fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH)
CPT Code
88377