Test Method
FISH
CPT Code
88377x1 (Global)
88374x1 (Tech-Only)
88374x1 (Tech-Only)
Probes / Test Description
HER2 (17q11.2-q12) | Centromere 17 (Cen 17)
Specimen Requirements
Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded Tissue: Minimum 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 cm tissue, non-decalcified tissue only
Storage & Transport
Ship specimen the same day whenever possible, with refrigerated (not frozen) cold pack.
Label all tubes with at least two unique patient identifiers. Slides require one patient identifier. Identifiers include name, DOB, specimen ID# or medical record#.
Label all tubes with at least two unique patient identifiers. Slides require one patient identifier. Identifiers include name, DOB, specimen ID# or medical record#.
Turnaround time
3 - 5 days
Level of Service
Global
Tech-Only
Tech-Only