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Test Code EGFRM Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) mutation

Important Note

For plasma EGFR testing, please order cobas EGFR Mutation Plasma Test v2 (test code: EGFP)

Laboratory Code

LAB5067

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Pleural Fluid, Pulmonary Fluid, Pericardial Fluid

Container/Tube: Sterile Plain Containter
Specimen Quantity: Entire collection

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction, DNA Sequencing

Days and Times Performed

TAT 12 - 14 days

Specimen Condition

Specimen volume < 3.0 mL Reject 

 

Reference Interval

An interpretative report will be provided.

Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital
Molecular Diagnosis Centre, 67724384

Useful For

Predictive biomarker in non-small cell lung cancers for response to epidermal growth factor receptor-tyrosine kinase inhibitor therapies. Mutation detection covers exons 18, 19, 20 and 21 of the EGFR gene.

Service Code

1030133

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. 

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