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BRAF - Related Disorders tests available.

BRAF - Related CFC | BRAF-Related Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome | Costello Syndrome | Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome - BRAF Related | BRAF - Related Noonan Syndrome | Noonan Syndrome 7

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	Diagnostic Testing	Familial Mutation/Variant Analysis	Mutation Testing General Population	Prenatal Diagnosis	Presymptomatic Testing
Sequence Analysis	BRAF Sequence Analysis Test Code: 6910	BRAF Sequence Analysis Test Code: 6911 This test can only be performed if there is a previously identified familial mutation.		BRAF Sequence Analysis Test Code: 6912 We require that the referring center consult with our laboratory genetic counselors regarding prenatal cases prior to submitting any samples. Please call 1-800-411-4363.

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BRAF Sequence Analysis
Test Information:	Confirmation of Clinical Diagnosis, Carrier Testing
Test Details
Test Code:	6910
Special Notes:	If the mutation to be tested in this individual is one previously identified in an affected family member, please order test (#6911). Please see detailed requirements under this test code. There are two GeneReviews for BRAF gene: Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome, and Costello Syndrome
Technical Information
Methodology:	Sequence analysis is performed in both forward and reverse directions
Gene Name:	BRAF
Protein Name:	B-Raf proto-oncogene serine/threonine-protein kinase
Test Type:	Sequence Analysis

Sample & Shipping Information
Test Requisition:	Molecular Diagnostics
Specimen Type:	Blood
Requirements:	Draw blood in an EDTA (purple-top) tube(s) and send 3-5 cc (Adults/Children) and 3 cc (Infant<2yrs).
Shipping Conditions:	Ship at room temperature in an insulated container by overnight courier. Do not heat or freeze.

Billing Information
Turn Around Time:	28 days
List Price:	*For Insurance or Institutional Prices, please call.
CPT Codes:	81406x1

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