ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

0040114: SYT-SSX t(X;18) Translocations by RT-PCR

Test Mnemonic: SYT-SSX
Methodology: Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction/Fluorescence Monitoring

Performed: RNA Isolation: Sun-Sat; Assay: Varies

Reported: 4-7 days

Specimen Required:  
Collect: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue.

Transport: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue at 20-25°C.

Unacceptable Conditions: Heavy metal based (B-4 or B-5) fixed paraffin-embedded tissue.

Stability: Ambient: Indefinitely; Refrigerated: Indefinitely; Frozen: Indefinitely

Reference Interval:
By report

Interpretive Data:
Refer to report.

This test is performed pursuant to an agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.

Please refer to Statement B in the Compliance Statements section in the front of the Laboratory Test Directory.



Note:
A positive result indicates the presence of a t(X;18) chromosomal translocation. A negative result does not entirely exclude the presence of a t(X;18) chromosomal translocation.

CPT Code(s):
83891 Isolation; 83902 Reverse transcription; 83898 x2 Amplification; 83912 Interpretation and report - Additional CPT code modifiers may be required for procedures performed to test for oncologic or inherited disorders.