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HelpTest Code BRFM BRAF mutation detection
Laboratory Code
LAB3040953
Specimen Requirements
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Whole Blood or Bone Marrow Aspirate
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3.0 mL x 2 for whole blood or at least 1.0 mL for bone marrow aspirate
Acceptable:
Specimen Type: Other Body Fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile plain container
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction, DNA Sequencing
Days and Times Performed
TAT 20 days
Reference Interval
An interpretative report will be provided.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Molecular Diagnosis Centre, 67724384
Useful For
BRAF Val600Glu (V600E) mutation detection aids in identifying colon tumours with a previously negative KRAS mutation analysis result that may respond to EGFR-targeted therapies. This test aids in identifying melanoma tumours that may respond to anti-BRAF targeted thereapies. It aids in diagnosis of papillary thyroid carcinoma or anaplastic thyroid carcinoma in fine-needle aspirate specimens
Service Code
1035071
Update
Last updated 20/03/2025
Test Info
(a) This test was developed by NUH Laboratory Medicine.
(b) This laboratory test has undergone in-house evaluation with appropriate quality assurance and control measures in line with laboratory best practice and accreditation requirements.