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Alternative Names:

ODG 1p/19q LOH - Paraffin FISH

Laboratory:

Anatomical Pathology

Test Code:

Anatomical Pathology - Internal Add-on Test

Registration Instructions:

Test is performed in-house by Anatomical Pathology. Refer requests to the Immunohistochemistry laboratory.

Registration: Entered as an add-on test to a biopsy accession. Registration is performed by Anatomical Pathology.

Authorisation: Pathologist requested test. The pathologist will indicate if FISH or PCR is the preferred method of analysis.

Resulting: Test results will be incorporated into a supplementary biopsy report issued by the pathologist.

Note: If the test is unable to be performed internally it can be referred to Royal Brisbane & Womens Hopital.

Specimen Types:

Paraffin Section (unstained)

Container Types:

Slide Cytomailer

Collection & Request Instructions:

Sample Required: Test requires unstained paraffin sections. 5 unstained coated slides. Cut section at 4um

1x H&E with area of interst marked

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekly