Test ID: BRAFM
BRAF Mutation Analysis (V600), Melanoma
NY State Approved 
Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Yes
Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Identification of melanoma tumors that may respond to BRAF-targeted therapies
Additional Tests Lists test(s) that are always performed, at an additional charge, with the initial test(s)
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLRVW | Slide Review | No | Yes |
Testing Algorithm Delineates situation(s) when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
When this test is ordered, slide review will always be performed at an additional charge.
Special Instructions and Forms Describes specimen collection and preparation information, test algorithms, and other information pertinent to test. Also includes pertinent information and consent forms to be used when requesting a particular test
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Analysis
(PCR is utilized pursuant to a license agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.)
Reporting Name A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name
BRAF Mutation AnalysisV600 Melanoma
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
V600E
Cobas
BRAF Mutation
V600
Cobas
BRAF Mutation
V600
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