Code
APH-METX-01AX
Test
Active-Compendium
88342 x 1 or 88341 x 1; 88360 x 1
Clinical
Pathology
A formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue block is preferred specimen type or one (1) unbaked, unstained slide for H&E staining (required) and two to three (2-3) positively charged unstained slides (all cut at 4-5 microns) for each test/antibody ordered.
Block and slide identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.
Block and slide identifiers should be clearly written and match exactly with the specimen ID and specimen labeling as noted on the requisition.
Flag Active
True
Orderable Test Description
The cMET tyrosine kinase receptor, normally expressed by epithelial cells, is overexpressed and amplified in a variety of human tumors, including non-small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC). High levels of intratumor cMET expression have been associated with a more aggressive biology and a worse prognosis in NSCLC. Engelman et al. reported that cMET amplification induced resistance to gefitinib in a gefitinib-sensitive lung cancer cell line. Moreover, cMET inhibition with a cMET tyrosine kinase inhibitor (PHA-665,752) restored gefitinib sensitivity.
Orderable Turn Around Time
Global: 2 Day, Tech-Only (stain only): 1 Day
Extra Note
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.
Orderable Biomarkers
NY Approved
True
Orderable Biomarkers JSON
{"Immunohistochemistry (IHC)": {"Expression": ["MET"]}}
Keywords string
cMET, c-met receptor tyrosine kinase, c-MET expression, c-MET IHC cMET
Title URL
cmet