BRCA 1&2 Predictive Gene Test (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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BRCA 1&2 Predictive Gene Test (Blood)

Alternate Names	Breast Cancer 1&2 Predictive Gene Test, BRCA 1&2 Gene Test
Test Code	PFAM
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) See collection instructions
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	This test can only be ordered by Doctors from either the Family Cancer Centre or the Genetic Health Service. Patients need to be referred to the Genetics Clinic at Austin Health (ph:03 9496 3027, fax:03 9496 4385).
Collection Instructions	Two separate samples are to be collected 15 minutes apart. For each separate sample collect 1 x 9mL EDTA tube. Label tube and paperwork with date and time, repeat 15 minutes later with second sample.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	EWL
CSR Instructions	WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample in Room Temperature Sendout tub.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Pathology Department, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Accredited Test	Yes

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