FISH for C-MYC, bcl-2 and bcl-6 on paraffin embedded tissue |
Ordering information: | Cerner Orderable: Histology Specimen, free text FISH. Or paper request as an add on test to an existing specimen.
All referals for paraffin-embedded tissue FISH must be directly with the laboratory (03 9231-4154) prior to sending specimens. |
Alternate names: | Tissue block FISH |
Laboratory: | Referred Test |
Test Code: | HFISH |
Specimen types: | Tissue |
Container types: | | See Instructions |  |
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Collection Instructions: | A request slip indicating the clinical notes, prefered FISH probe if known and tissue type.
The follwing 2 micron sections of tissue on positively charged slides (as per immunohistochemistry), clearly labelled with patient name and section thickness must be sent:
a. 4 patient slides per probe. NOTE: For MYC testing a minimum of 6 slides are required. For >2 probes eg. "double hit" samples a minimum of 9 slides are required.
b. 1 H&E stained slide of the section intended for FISH with a marker indicating the optimal region for FISH - ie. the region with the most concentrated area of tumour.
See attached referal instruction sheet: https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/anatomical-pathology/FISH_VCGS_instructions_2018.pdf |
Notes: | Section thickness should be labelled on all slides. Sections greater than 2 microns will not be accepted for processing. Decalcified sections are not suitable for this FISH test.
Results will be available within 2-4 weeks of receipt of specimen. If a result is required urgently, please discuss directly with the lab. |
Result Turnaround Time: | 7-10 days |
Laboratory Use Only |
Accessing Results
EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.
Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.
To access Auscare, see instructions.
Forms & Collection Guides
Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form
Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.
Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.
Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions
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