Idylla BRAF Mutation Test (Tissue) Test | Austin Pathology

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Idylla BRAF Mutation Test (Tissue)

Alternate Names	Melanoma Idylla Test
Test Code	IBRAF
Testing Laboratory	Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics
Specimen Type	Tissue
Container Type	Glass slides Tumour Block
Medicare Rebate	Partial Rebate - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: This service is partially rebatable by Medicare and patients may be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $123.65 (MBS 73336) Non-Medicare eligible - $320.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	Please refer to Molecular Genetics - Austin Pathology for specific testing details and request form for ordering. The Idylla™ BRAF Mutation Test, performed on the Biocartis Idylla™ system, is a fully automated, real-time PCR, in vitro diagnostic test for the qualitative detection of BRAF V600E, E2, D, K, R and M. The BRAF mutation test allows detection of BRAF mutations directly from formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue sections in approximately 2 hours. Note: To be bulk billable please have the patient sign the Medicare assignment, or if they are unable to do so, please sign on their behalf.
Collection Instructions	Require: 1x H&E stained and 3 x unstained slides (5 μm)(At least 10% tumour nuclei) A copy of the histology or cytology report of the same tissue.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	Contact Anatomical Pathology on 03 9496 5425 to confirm add on suitability.

Container ID	CMOL, CMOLS, CFT, CC, HIS, POT
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	Yes

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