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| Test Name: | Microsatellite Instability Test |
| Compliance: | RUO |
| Test Description: | Microsatellite instability (MSI) is defined as a length variation of DNA repeat regions found in microsatellites or homopolymers. MSI is caused by deficiency of the DNA mismatch repair system (dMMR) resulting in a distinct accumulation of insertions and deletions in microsatellite and homopolymeric regions. MSI can be sporadic or hereditary. MSI-high (MSI-H) is detected in 15% of all colorectal cancers; 3% are associated with Lynch syndrome (LS), the other 12% have sporadic disease. |
| Methodology: | Multiplex PCR and capillary gel electrophoresis |
| Gene Name: | N/A |
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| Specimen Requirements: | FFPE tissue slides (4µm) |
| Storage Condition: | Ambient Temperature |
| Turn Around Time: | 5 working days from day of specimen received |
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