EGFR Mutation Analysis by PCR

  • Molecular
EGFR Mutation Analysis Assay is based on PCR amplification and detection of target DNA using complementary primer pairs and oligonucleotide probes labeled with fluorescent dyes. This assay is designed to detect highly recurrent EGFR alterations in exon 18-21 (Exon 18 G719X; Exon 19 deletions; Exon 20 T790M, C797S, Exon20-Ins and S768I; Exon 21 L858R, L861Q); some less common EGFR mutations are not detectable in this test. For a full list of EGFR variants detectable in this assay, please contact NeoGenomics client services.
Turnaround time
7 Days

Level of Service

  • Global
New York Approved: Yes

Specimen Requirements

FFPE solid tumor tissue: Paraffin block is preferred. Alternatively, send 1 H&E slide plus 5-10 unstained slides cut at 5 or more microns. Please use positively-charged slides and 10% NBF fixative. Do not use zinc fixatives.

Storage and Transportation

Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen. NYS clients please provide date and time of Collection.

CPT Code(s)*

81235

*The CPT codes provided with our test descriptions are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. Correct CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed.

Last Updated: January 22, 2025

Get in touch

Our Client Services team is on hand to help. Please call us at 866.776.5907, Option 3.