Oncode Scientific

ONCODEcipher BRAF PCR Panel

Product Description:

PCR method to detect BRAF mutation at V600E hotspot in all solid tumours especially in melanoma to provide treatment options.

Gene Covered -- BRAF V600E

Technique:

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Test Methodology:

DNA extracted from FFPE tissue is subjected to PCR with primers targeting the hotspot region & amplicons are separated and identified by agarose gel electrophoresis.

Specimen Requirements:

FFPE tissue (FFPE block or 5 unstained slides [10µm thickness] with minimal surface area of 5mm2 and at least 30% tumour cellularity) & 1 H&E stained slide

TAT

Turn Around Time:

10 working days

shipment_requirement

Shipment Requirement:

Keep specimen at room temperature. DO NOT ship on ice or dry ice or expose to direct sunlight.