MYCN (n-MYC) Amplification

  • FISH
Probes: MYCN (2p24.3) | Centromere 2 Disease(s): Brain cancer, neuroblastoma, alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, small-cell lung cancer, prostate cancer.
Turnaround time
Tech Only: 1 to 3 Days, Global: 3 to 5 Days

Level of Service

  • Global
  • Technical Only
New York Approved: Yes

Specimen Requirements

Bone marrow aspirate: N/A Peripheral blood: N/A Fresh, unfixed tissue: N/A Fluids: N/A Paraffin block: Send paraffin block. Also send circled H&E slide for tech-only (required). Cut slides: H&E slide (required) plus 4 unstained slides cut at 4-5 microns. Circle H&E slide for tech-only.

Storage and Transportation

Storage & 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)*

88377x1 manual or 88374x1 automated.

*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.