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| Diagnostic Testing | Familial Mutation/Variant Analysis | Mutation Testing General Population | Prenatal Diagnosis | Presymptomatic Testing | |
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| Sequence Analysis |
 BRAF Sequence AnalysisTest Code: 6910 |
 BRAF Sequence AnalysisTest 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. |
| BRAF Sequence Analysis (Familial Mutation/Variant Analysis) |
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| Test Information: | Confirmation of Clinical Diagnosis - Known Familial Mutation(s), Carrier Testing - Known Familial Mutation(s) | |
| Test Details | ||
| Test Code: | 6911 | |
| Test Includes: |
Sequencing of the region(s) containing the familial alteration(s) | |
| Special Notes: |
This test can only be performed if there is a previously identified familial mutation. A laboratory report containing the relative's mutation information, the specific biological relationship of this patient and the tested relative and the clinical status of this patient (symptomatic or asymptomatic) must be submitted with the specimen. If the original familial mutation was identified in another laboratory, this testing must be discussed with one of our genetic counselors prior to sending a specimen. |
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| Technical Information | ||
| Methodology: | Sequencing analysis of the region(s) containing the familial alteration(s) is performed in the forward and reverse directions | |
| Gene Name: | BRAF | |
| Protein Name: | B-Raf proto-oncogene serine/threonine-protein kinase | |
| Test Type: | Sequence Analysis | |
| Sample & Shipping Information | ||
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| 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. |
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| Turn Around Time: | 21 days | |
| Billing Information | ||
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| List Price: | *For Insurance or Institutional Prices, please call. | |
| CPT Codes: | 81479x1 | |