Test ID: 88905
PDGFB, 22q13, for Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans/Giant Cell Fibroblastoma, FISH
Secondary ID 
A test code used for billing and in test definitions created prior to November 2011
88905
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
Confirming the diagnosis of dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP)/giant cell fibroblastoma (GCF) and excluding other spindle neoplasms that closely simulate the DFSP histology, including dermatofibroma (benign fibrous histiocytoma), neurofibroma, spindle cell lipoma, and a variety of other benign and malignant spindle cell neoplasms
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60254 | AP Special Studies Review | No | Yes |
Testing Algorithm Delineates situation(s) when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
This test is performed in conjunction with 60254 AP Special Studies Review. Additional testing may be performed after review by pathologist. Upon approval from the requesting clinician, 60254 AP Special Studies Review could be changed to 5439 Surgical Pathology Consultation, if determined to be more appropriate.
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
Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH) with DNA Probes
Reporting Name A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name
PDGFB, 22q13, FISH
Aliases Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
DFSP
DFSP/GCF
GCF
PDGFB
COL1A1
COL1A1-PDGFB
COL1A1/PDGFB
t(17;22)
17;22 translocation
Translocation 17;22
DFSP/GCF
GCF
PDGFB
COL1A1
COL1A1-PDGFB
COL1A1/PDGFB
t(17;22)
17;22 translocation
Translocation 17;22
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