Biomarker (BRAF) Testing
Molecular Pathology
Biomarker (BRAF) Testing
On occasion, Oncologists may need to request BRAF testing on patients with Melanoma whose specimen has not been tested before.
Oncologists may submit a request using Referral of Pathology Material - Oncology APCY1006C.
Fax the properly completed form to CLS Consult Desk at Foothills Medical Centre, McCaig Tower at 403-944-4748.
It is imperative that the following information be provided and is accurate:
- Patient demographics - full name, DOB, Alberta healthcare number
- Requesting physician's full name and location
- Clinical diagnosis and stage of disease
- Type of specimen, pathology accession number if available
NOTE:
- Test requisitions MUST be completed by requesting physician or designate.
- Laboratory staff or pathologists will NOT accept phoned requests or other alternative methods.
- The requisition form is a legal document and is subject to audit by the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta for accreditation.
- Alberta Health Services provide clear and strict guidelines for acceptance or rejection of incomplete requisitions to avoid erroneous results and risk of patient harm.