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Test Name:	Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST) Panel - Genetics
Alternate Name(s):	Gastro, GI, somatic cancer genetic testing, solid tumour
Requisition Form:	Download requisition form for: R_FINAL_Fillable_Cancer Genetics Solid Tumour_requisition_Jan2025.pdf
Specimen Requirement:	Five unstained slides (7 uM thickness) on non-coated, uncharged slides. An H&E slide, with region of interest circled by pathologist, must accompany the unstained slides. Email geneticsurgentreques@hhsc.ca with inquiries.
Turnaround Time:	14 days from receipt in laboratory
Additional Information:	Genes analyzed (DNA): KIT, PDGFRA. For any inquiries, please contact geneticsmailbox@hhsc.ca
Method of Analysis:	Next-Generation Sequencing
Test was Last Updated:	2/25/2026
Testing Laboratory:	Clinical Genetics
Testing Site:	JHCC

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