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LRC Hamilton and HRLMP are committed to providing high quality laboratory results for our clients.
As one of the largest integrated laboratory medicine programs in Canada we strive to produce the right results the first time on every sample we receive.
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Test Name:
 		Prostate Cancer Solid Tumour Panel - Genetics
Alternate Name(s): Somatic Genetic Testing
Requisition Form: Download Requisition Form
Specimen Requirement: Five unstained slides (5-10 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: 21 days
Additional Information: Reflex testing on newly diagnosed tumours with advanced/metastatic prostate carcinoma.

Genes analyzed: BRCA1, BRCA2, ATM, PALB2For any inquiries, please contact geneticsmailbox@hhsc.ca
Method of Analysis: Next-Generation Sequencing
Test was Last Updated: 1/17/2025
Testing Laboratory: Clinical Genetics
Testing Site: JHCC