Detects the BRAF V600E mutation, which is commonly found in melanoma, colorectal carcinoma, papillary thyroid carcinoma, and certain other tumors. Useful for diagnosis, prognosis, and guiding targeted therapy.
Tissue Block: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tumor block preferred.
Unstained Slides: Recommended 2charged slides per stain requested (minimum of 1 slide per stain),baked or unbaked.
Fixation: Tissue must be fixed in 10% neutral buffered formalin for 6–72 hours.
Use cold pack but not in direct contact with specimen. Not suitable for freeze & hold option.