Test ID: FEGFR
EGFR Mutation Analysis in NSCLC
Specimen Type 
Describes the specimen type needed for testing
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen. This field describes the type of specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing. The volume allows automated processing, fastest throughput and, when indicated, repeat or reflex testing.
Submit Lung Tumor (other tumor sources are not acceptable)
specimens only in 1 of the following:
Tissue block (formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded)
Tissue should be well-fixed in formalin. Ship Ambient.
Paraffin-embedded tissue slides (5 minimum)
Send all slides within 5-7 days of cutting. Pre-cut slides from
paraffin block in 7 micron sections. Use non-charged, non-coated
slides. Ship Ambient.
Fresh snap frozen biopsy
Fresh tissue should be snap frozen and stored at -20.
Ship frozen.
REQUIRED: 1) Completed Hematology/Oncology request form.
2) Provide a copy of the original pathology report
3) Label specimens with patient name and ID number.
Place samples inside a specimen transport bag.
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Specimens other than | Lung tissue – tissue block; paraffin-embedded tissue slides, fresh snap frozen biopsy |
| Anticoagulants other than | NA |
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Thawing | NA |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the laboratory. Alternate acceptable temperature(s) are also included.
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Varies | |
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