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PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test


 Recent changes for Breast Cancer Gene 2 (Sendaway Test)

Recent changes for Breast Cancer Gene 2 (Sendaway Test)
DateFieldChanged FromChanged To
7th February 2024
Collection & Request Instructions

 

 

 

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.    As at July 2023, this fee is $395.

 

Breast Cancer Gene 2 (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:BRCA2
Laboratory:Haematology
Test Code:BG2
Registration Instructions:

This test must be ordered by a genetist ( eg. Austin Hospital genetic counselling). Both BCRA1 and 2 combined.

Cannot be ordered by a GP.

Test costs $800 if not ordered by a Genetist (both BRCA 1 and 2 combined)

Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
EDTA 4 mLEDTA 4 mL
Adults Volume or Mass:10 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

 

Note, as this test is not covered by Medicare, non-Northern Health patients will be responsible for the cost incurred, and patient consent must be obtained.    As at July 2023, this fee is $395.

 

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
External Laboratory:Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (PMCC)
External Transport Instructions:Send at ambient temperature