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HelpTest 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.
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.
Shipping Instructions
Specimen preferred to arrive within 96 hours of collection.
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 bone marrow transplant from an allogenic donor will interfere with testing. Call 800-533-1710 for instructions for testing patients who have received a bone marrow transplant.
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD)
Acceptable: Any anticoagulant
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Specimen Stability Information: Ambient (preferred) 4 days/Refrigerated
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
Genetics Test Information
This test utilizes next-generation sequencing to detect single nucleotide and copy number variants in 26 genes associated with hereditary colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, or polyposis risk: APC (including promoters 1A and 1B), ATM, AXIN2, BMPR1A, CDH1, CHEK2, CTNNA1, EPCAM (copy number variants only), GREM1 (upstream enhancer region duplication only), KIT, MLH1, MLH3, MSH2, MSH3, MSH6, MUTYH, NTHL1, PDGFRA, PMS2, POLD1, POLE, PTEN (including promoter), RNF43, SMAD4, STK11, TP53. For more information, see Method Description and Targeted Genes and Methodology Details for Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Panel.
Identification of a disease-causing variant may assist with diagnosis, prognosis, clinical management, familial screening, and genetic counseling for hereditary gastrointestinal cancer syndromes and hereditary polyposis syndromes.
Prior Authorization is available for this assay.
Disease States
- Lynch syndrome
Testing Algorithm
First-tier testing may be considered/recommended. For more information see Lynch Syndrome Testing Algorithm.
Special Instructions
- Molecular Genetics: Inherited Cancer Syndromes Patient Information
- Informed Consent for Genetic Testing
- Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Panel Prior Authorization Ordering Instructions
- Lynch Syndrome Testing Algorithm
- Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (Spanish)
- Targeted Genes and Methodology Details for Hereditary Gastrointestinal Cancer Panel
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 PanelSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
Interpretation
All detected variants are evaluated according to American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics recommendations.(5) Variants are classified based on known, predicted, or possible pathogenicity and reported with interpretive comments detailing their potential or known significance.
Day(s) Performed
Varies
Report Available
21 to 28 daysSpecimen Retention Time
Whole Blood: 2 weeks (if available); Extracted DNA: 3 monthsPerforming 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
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CRCGP | Hereditary GI Cancer Panel | 97656-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 614695 | Test Description | 62364-5 |
| 614696 | Specimen | 31208-2 |
| 614697 | Source | 31208-2 |
| 614698 | Result Summary | 50397-9 |
| 614699 | Result | 82939-0 |
| 614700 | Interpretation | 69047-9 |
| 614701 | Resources | 99622-3 |
| 614702 | Additional Information | 48767-8 |
| 614703 | Method | 85069-3 |
| 614704 | Genes Analyzed | 48018-6 |
| 614705 | Disclaimer | 62364-5 |
| 614706 | Released By | 18771-6 |