MEN 2 Gene Mutation

Test Information

Test Name

MEN 2 Gene Mutation

Synonyms

Multiple endorine Neoplasia Type 2; Familial medullary thyroid carcinoma; FMTC; Mucosal Neuroma Syndrome; Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2A; Sipple Syndrome; Multiple endocrine Neoplasia Type 2B; Mucosal Neuroma Syndrome; RET Proto-oncogene mutation; MEN2; MEN2A; MEN2B

Preferred Specimen

EDTA (Whole blood)

Testing Location

Referral

Turn Around Time

3 months

Collection Information

Preparation

All tests through Endocrinology referral or Genetic Services only

Processing Information

Registration Code

MISS

Notes

DO NOT centrifuge; whole blood required
DO NOT share sample; dedicated tube required
DO NOT freeze

Methodology

Interpretations

View Interpretations

External Referral Information

Referral Location

LabPlus (via WHL)

Send Away Volume

4 mL EDTA

Send Away Transport

Specimen delivery Ambient on day of collection. Refrigerate overnight or weekend then send ambient

External Lab Website

https://lab.waikatodhb.health.nz/test-guide/view/766/ret-proto-oncogene