EWSR1 _ 22q12 | FISH
Test Details | Detects rearrangements of EWSR1 gene region at 22q12 |
Relevant condition(s) | Ewing sarcoma/PNET |
Methodology | Fluorescence in-situ hybridization |
Performed | Monday – Friday |
Turnaround | 3 – 5 days; STAT FISH performed within 24 – 48 hours |
Specimen requirements | Formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue samples (blocks or unstained slides) |
Sample collection | Formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue samples (blocks or unstained slides) |
Minimum sample volume | Not applicable as long as tumor cells are present |
Storage/Transport Conditions | Room temperature |
Unacceptable Conditions | Tissue samples on un-charged microscope slides, previously stained slides (H&E, IHC, etc.) |
CPT Code(s) | 88377 |