Tumor sequencing by NGS detecting mutations in 18 genes associated with MDS. Mutations often have prognostic significance, may confer resistance to FDA approved therapies, or may qualify patients for late-stage clinical trials.
Specimen Sources
Blood, ArterialBlood, CapillaryBlood, Central LineBlood, Venous
Specimen Types
Blood
Container
Lavender Top Tube
Collection Instructions
Container/Tube: Lavender top tube Specimen: 2 mL Bone Marrow or Whole Blood Alternate Specimens: Bone Marrow - Green Top, Peripheral Blood - Lavender Top, Peripheral Blood - Green Top, Eppendorf tube, Unstained Slide, Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded tissue Decalcified specimens are not recommended for NGS testing Note: Please indicate specimen type