Glioma Solid Tumour NGS Panel (Tissue) Test | Austin Pathology

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Glioma Solid Tumour NGS Panel (Tissue)

Alternate Names	Glioma NGS Panel
Test Code	AIDH12
Testing Laboratory	Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics
Specimen Type	Tissue
Container Type	Glass slides Tumour Block
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: Medicare Rebate for this test is subject to conditions. Patients may receive an invoice. Out of Pocket cost: MBS Item No. 73372 Non-Medicare eligible - $500.00 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, 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. Solid Tumour NGS Panel (Glioma) covers the following genes: IDH1, IDH2, EGFR, TP53, PIK3CA, H3F3A, PDGFRA, BRAF, TERT Promoter
Collection Instructions	Require 3 x FFPE slides (at least 5 microns) and 1 x H&E slide with the tumour circled and the percentage of tumour cells indicated.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Once every 3 weeks
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	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 testing using the test code AIDH12.
Accredited Test	Yes

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