Test Name
PTEN/CEP10 deletion 10q23
Test Code
F PTEN
Synonyms
PTEN, del(10)(q23.3), phosphatase and tensin homolog
Associations
Breast cancer, endometrial carcimomas, glioblastoma
CPT Codes
88374
Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Specimen Requirements
10% neutral buffered formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue
Specimen Stability
Paraffin blocks stable at 18-25°C
Storage & Handling
Ship in a Styrofoam container with an cool/refrigerated pack. (Do not allow cool/refrigerated pack to directly contact sample.)
Causes for Rejections
Improper fixative; Tissue not fixed; Insufficient tissue; Specimen exposed to extreme temperature
Description
Breast, endometrial, glioblastoma; by FISH
References
Eng, Charis. (2003). Human Mutation. 22:183-198.
