CDKN2A2B HOMOZYGOUS GENE DELETION,FISH,TISSUE

This FISH test detects homozygous gene deletions in CDKN2A/2B (p16) located at 9p21.3. It is associated with tumor suppressor gene mutations, important for diagnosing various cancers. It is particularly relevant in melanoma and certain sarcomas.

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

5 parameters

Earliest reports in

7 Working Days

Test details
Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
CDKN2A2B HOMOZYGOUS GENE DELETION,FISH,TISSUE includes 5 parameters

  • Specimen
  • Block Identification Number
  • Number Of Observers
  • Total Number Of Cells
  • Interpretation

Test code

6051F

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
Others (fx)Others2 ML
TissueOthers2 ML

Specimen stability information

Others (Fx), Tissue

Collection instructions

Formalin-fixed (10% buffered formalin for 24-48 hrs), paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue specimens. Transport tissue block or 3 unstained slides/ sample (4-micron thick sections) containing malignant tissue on positively charged slides. * Time and duration of fixation should be mentioned on the TRF.* Required clinical details, include surgical pathology report.

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

Every Day TIME - 07:00

Turn around time

7 Working Days

Performing locations

Department

  • Cytogenetics

CPT and Loinc codes

CDKN2A2B HOMOZYGOUS GENE DELETION,FISH,TISSUE

7000