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Number of red blood cells in the blood

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Red blood cell disorders

Measures: Number of red blood cells in the blood

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What is the maximum days the report can be obtained for the test

The maximum days the report can be obtained for the test ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH is 14 days.

What are the prerequisites for the test ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH

  • Specimen Type: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue block or cell block
  • Specimen Volume: 2-3 slides with 4-micron thick sections
  • Specimen Stability: Stable at room temperature for up to 5 days
  • Container/Tube: Slide box
  • Collection Instructions: Submit the most representative tumor block or cell block
  • Transport Temperature: Room temperature
  • Specimen Rejection Criteria: Frozen tissue, decalcified tissue, improper fixation, inadequate cellularity

What are the measure values for the test ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH

  • Normal (negative): No rearrangement of the ALK gene detected
  • Abnormal (positive): Rearrangement of the ALK gene detected

What does this test ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH identify?

The ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH identifies rearrangements in the ALK gene. This test uses fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) to detect specific changes in the ALK gene, which is responsible for encoding a protein involved in cell growth and division. Rearrangements in the ALK gene can lead to abnormal activation of the ALK protein, which has been associated with certain types of cancer, such as non-small cell lung cancer. By identifying these rearrangements, the ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH can help guide treatment decisions and personalize therapy for patients with ALK-positive cancers.

Why is this test ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH taken?

Reasons for ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH

The ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH is taken to detect rearrangements in the ALK gene. This test is commonly ordered for patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) as ALK gene rearrangements are known to be present in a subset of NSCLC cases.

Identifying ALK gene rearrangements is important as it can help guide treatment decisions. Patients with ALK gene rearrangements may benefit from targeted therapies that specifically target this genetic abnormality, such as ALK inhibitors.

Overall, the ALK Gene Rearrangements Test By FISH is taken to provide personalized and targeted treatment options for patients with NSCLC who have ALK gene rearrangements.

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