Category: COLORECTAL CANCER MARKER | Code: A3206
Extended RAS Mutation(KRAS Exon 3,4 ; NRAS Exon 2,3,4)
Function
This test is used to look for specific mutations in exons 3 and 4 of the KRAS gene and exons 2, 3 and 4 of the NRAS gene. The presence of certain KRAS and NRAS mutations correlated with a lack of response to certain inhibitors of EGFR cancer therapy in metastatic colorectal cancer patients.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | 7 days | - | FFPE Block | Room temperature |
Condition
The block must contain tumor cells
Method
Next-Gen Sequencing operated by Macrogen Inc
