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Melanoma NGS (Tissue)
Alternate Names
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BRAF for solid tumour, BRAF for melanoma, BRAF V600 |
Test Code
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ABRAF |
Testing Laboratory
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Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics |
Specimen Type
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Tissue |
Container Type
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Glass slides Tumour Block |
Medicare Rebate
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Partial Rebate - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf |
Out of Pocket Costs
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Please note: This service is partially rebatable by Medicare and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $141.75 Non-Medicare eligible - $450.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost. |
Ordering Information
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Note that BRAF mutations are also tested using the Myeloid NGS panel. This test is specifically for investigations of the V600 BRAF mutation in solid tumours like melanoma. Solid Tumour NGS Panel (Melanoma) covers the following genes: NRAS, BRAF, KIT, TERT promoter To order, please complete Austin Molecular Solid Tumour Test Request Form indicating the test required and the biopsy number and date of collection of the sample you wish to be tested. After this form has been completed, please forward it to the Anatomical Pathology laboratory via the fax number found on the request form. |
Collection Instructions
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Require:
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
Testing Frequency
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Weekly |
Min Test Volume
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None |
Add On Test Suitability
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Contact Anatomical Pathology on 03 9496 5425 to confirm add on suitability. |
Container ID
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CMOL, CMOLS, CFT, CC, HIS, POT |
Laboratory Instructions
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Test will be registered by Anatomical Pathology (using the test code MOLA) who will source the tissue block or slides and send to Molecular Diagnostics for testing who will then register for BRAF testing using the test code ABRAF. |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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