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RET mutation analysis
Containers - Adult
FFPE block / H&E slide / Pathology report
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Laboratory Site
Old Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 4SA
Transport arrangements
Referral specimens should be sent directly to Molecular Pathology at the above address (see transport recommendations). For patients with pathology specimens held within NHS Lothian there is no need to arrange transport of specimens. [As for KRAS mutation analysis]
How to request
RET mutation analysis can be requested individually or as part of the thyroid cancer panel.
Testing for NHS Lothian patients can be requested by email to molecular.pathology@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk. Referral requests must be accompanied by a completed request form.
Molecular Pathology Request form v11_PDF.pdf
Please also refer to our detailed requesting instructions
Availability
Monday - Friday. 09:00 – 17:00
Anticipated turnaround
An integrated Molecular Pathology report should be available within 10 working days. See results.
Static information/disclaimer
The NGS test is accredited to ISO 15189:2022
Please note: alternative methodologies may be used. Full details will be included in all reports