ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

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

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.
 
 

 

 

 
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