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Test Code CRCGP Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Panel, Varies


Ordering Guidance


Customization of this panel and single gene analysis for any gene present on this panel are available. For more information see CGPH / Custom Gene Panel, Hereditary, Next-Generation Sequencing, Varies. To modify this panel via CGPH, use the Hereditary Cancer disease state for step 1 on the Custom Gene Ordering Tool.

 

Targeted testing for familial variants (also called site-specific or known mutations testing) is available for the genes on this panel. For more information see FMTT / Familial Variant, Targeted Testing, Varies. To obtain more information about this testing option, call 800-533-1710.



Necessary Information


Prior Authorization is available, but not required, for this test. If proceeding with the prior authorization process, submit the required form with the specimen.



Specimen Required


Patient Preparation: A previous hematopoietic stem cell transplant from an allogenic donor will interfere with testing. For information about testing patients who have received a hematopoietic stem cell transplant, call 800-533-1710.

 

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Specimen Type: Whole blood

Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD)

Specimen Volume: 3 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Invert several times to mix blood.

2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.

3. Whole blood collected postnatal from an umbilical cord is also acceptable. See Additional Information

Specimen Stability Information: Ambient (preferred) 4 days/Refrigerated 4 days/Frozen 4 days

Additional Information:

1. Specimens are preferred to be received within 4 days of collection. Extraction will be attempted for specimens received after 4 days, and DNA yield will be evaluated to determine if testing may proceed.

2. To ensure minimum volume and concentration of DNA are met, the requested volume must be submitted. Testing may be canceled if DNA requirements are inadequate.

3. For postnatal umbilical cord whole blood specimens, maternal cell contamination studies are recommended to ensure test results reflect that of the patient tested. A maternal blood specimen is required to complete maternal cell contamination studies. Order MATCC / Maternal Cell Contamination, Molecular Analysis, Varies on both the cord blood and maternal blood specimens under separate order numbers.

 

Specimen Type: Saliva

Patient Preparation: Patient should not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum 30 minutes prior to collection.

Supplies:

DNA Saliva Kit High Yield (T1007)

Saliva Swab Collection Kit (T786)

Container/Tube:

Preferred: High-yield DNA saliva kit

Acceptable: Saliva swab

Specimen Volume: 1 Tube if using T1007 or 2 swabs if using T786

Collection Instructions: Collect and send specimen per kit instructions.

Specimen Stability Information: Ambient (preferred) 30 days/Refrigerated 30 days

Additional Information: Saliva specimens are acceptable but not recommended. Due to lower quantity/quality of DNA yielded from saliva, some aspects of the test may not perform as well as DNA extracted from a whole blood sample. When applicable, specific gene regions that were unable to be interrogated will be noted in the report. Alternatively, additional specimen may be required to complete testing.

 

Specimen Type: Extracted DNA

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Screw Cap Micro Tube, 2 mL with skirted conical base

Acceptable: Matrix tube, 1 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. The preferred volume is at least 100 mcL at a concentration of 75 ng/mcL.

2. Include concentration and volume on tube.

Specimen Stability Information: Frozen (preferred) 1 year/Ambient/Refrigerated

Additional Information: DNA must be extracted in a CLIA-certified laboratory or equivalent and must be extracted from a specimen type listed as acceptable for this test (including applicable anticoagulants). Our laboratory has experience with Chemagic, Puregene, Autopure, MagnaPure, and EZ1 extraction platforms and cannot guarantee that all extraction methods are compatible with this test. If testing fails, one repeat will be attempted, and if unsuccessful, the test will be reported as failed and a charge will be applied. If applicable, specific gene regions that were unable to be interrogated due to DNA quality will be noted in the report.


Forms

1. New York Clients-Informed consent is required. Document on the request form or electronic order that a copy is on file.

-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing  (T576)

-Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (Spanish) (T826)

2. Molecular Genetics: Inherited Cancer Syndromes Patient Information Sheet (T519)

3. Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Panel Prior Authorization Ordering Instructions

4. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.

Useful For

Evaluating patients with a personal or family history suggestive of a hereditary gastrointestinal cancer or hereditary polyposis syndrome

 

Establishing a diagnosis of a hereditary gastrointestinal cancer syndrome or hereditary polyposis syndrome allowing for targeted cancer surveillance based on associated risks

 

Identifying genetic variants associated with increased risk for gastrointestinal cancer and polyposis, allowing for predictive testing and appropriate screening of at-risk family members

Disease States

  • Lynch syndrome

Method Name

Sequence Capture and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Sanger Sequencing and/or Multiplex Ligation-Dependent Probe Amplification (MLPA)

Reporting Name

Hereditary GI Cancer Panel

Specimen Type

Varies

Specimen Minimum Volume

See Specimen Required

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time
Varies Varies

Reject Due To

  All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.

Clinical Information

Colorectal cancer occurs in approximately 4% to 6% of individuals in the general population.(1) In some cases, individuals with a personal or family history of colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, or polyposis may be at increased risk of cancer due to a hereditary cancer syndrome.(2,3) Evaluation of the genes on this panel may be useful for families with a history of colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, polyposis, or gastrointestinal cancers to determine cancer risk, surveillance recommendations, and targeted treatments.(2-4)

 

The most common hereditary colon cancer syndrome is Lynch syndrome, accounting for about 2% to 4% of all colon cancer cases.(2) Lynch syndrome is associated with germline variants in the mismatch repair genes, MLH1, MSH2, MSH6, PMS2, or deletions of the EPCAM gene.(2,3) It is predominantly characterized by significantly increased risks for colorectal and endometrial cancer.(2,3) The lifetime risk for colorectal cancer is highly variable and dependent on the gene involved.(2,3) Other malignancies within the tumor spectrum include gastric cancer, ovarian cancer, hepatobiliary and upper tract urothelial carcinomas, and small bowel cancer.(2,3)

 

Although rare, individuals and families with polyposis may also be at risk for a hereditary polyposis syndrome, such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP).(2) FAP is caused by variants in the APC gene and characterized by numerous adenomatous polyps.(2) The presence of extracolonic manifestations is variable and includes gastric and duodenal polyps, ampullary polyps, osteomas, dental abnormalities (unerupted teeth), congenital hypertrophy of the retinal pigment epithelium (CHRPE), benign cutaneous lesions, desmoid tumors, hepatoblastoma, and extracolonic cancers.(2)

 

Other genes are also known to cause to hereditary colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, polyposis, and gastrointestinal cancers.(2) The risk for developing cancer associated with these syndromes varies.(2) Some individuals with a disease-causing variant in one of these genes develop multiple primary cancers.(2)

 

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network and the American Cancer Society provide recommendations regarding the medical management of individuals with hereditary gastrointestinal cancer syndromes.(2,4)

Reference Values

An interpretive report will be provided.

Day(s) Performed

Varies

Report Available

21 to 28 days

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

Test Classification

This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

CPT Code Information

81435

Reflex Tests

Test ID Reporting Name Available Separately Always Performed
MATCC Maternal Cell Contamination, B Yes No