Microsatellite Instability (MSI)
This test can help in choosing the most appropriate treatment and in further personalized cancer treatment. MSI is most commonly found in colon cancer and endometrial cancer. MSI has also been observed in cervical cancer, gastric cancer, glioblastoma, melanoma, ovarian cancer and prostate cancer.
The MSI assay:| Cancer | MSI Prevelance | Histology |
|---|---|---|
| Breast | <%1, unless occuring in young women with HNPCC | |
| Cervical | 5% | Advanced Cancers |
| Colorectal Cancer | 15% | All Cancers |
| Endometrial | Up to 33% | 40% of endometrioid tumours and 2% of serous tumours |
| Gastric | 15% | All Cancers |
| Glioma | 0-33% | Controversial dat. Pediatric, young adults |
| Head and Neck Cancer | None | |
| Hepatocellular | <1% | |
| Lung Cancer | <1% | |
| Melanoma | 2-77% | Inconsistent data |
| Ovarian | 10% | All Cancers |
| Pancreatic and Periampullar | 1% in sporadic PDAC, 10% in cancers of periampullary area | All cancers |
| Prostate Cancer | Up to 12% | Advanced stage cancers |
| Renal cell carcinoma | None | |
| Sarcoma | None | |
| Sebaceous skin tumours | 25% | All Cancers |
| Thyroid | 1% | All Cancers |
Instabilities at microsatellite locations that are cancer-associated throughout the genome have been linked to a better response to immunotherapy. A Microsatellite Instability High (MSI-H) status can occur when the DNA Mismatch Repair (MMR) system fails to work appropriately.
Genomic DNA is extracted from the tumor tissue after microscopic observation and macro-dissection. Next-generation sequencing-based assay using 76 markers to assess Microsatellite Instability (MSI) status in both tumor-only and tumor-normal samples utilizing Ion Ampliseq technology.
Sequencing is carried out using the Next Generation Sequencing platform Ion Gene Studio S5 Prime System (Thermo Fisher Scientific). The test provides results for individual microsatellites and generates an MSI score. Α sample is considered positive if the MSI score is >30.
For patients where their response to immunotherapy must be investigated exclusively, the Immune Response test is recommended, which includes the three biomarkers for predicting response to immunotherapy TMB, MSI & PD – L1
What types of cancer does it cover?
The test covers all types of cancer and helps predict patients’ response to immunotherapy. MSI is most commonly found in colon cancer and endometrial cancer. MSI has also been observed in cervical cancer, gastric cancer, glioblastoma, melanoma, ovarian cancer and prostate cancer.
In how many days are the results delivered?
Results are delivered within 7 business days.
What type of sample is required for the test?
A paraffin block containing the tumor tissue or unstained paraffin slides.
Is the test covered by any public/private insurance?
For cost coverage and related information, please click here for the Genekor secretariat.
How do I make the payment for the test?
Payment can be made by bank transfer or debit/credit card
How I send the sample and receive the results?
Regarding the receipt of the sample, please contact the secretariat. The results are shared with your doctor and with you via email.
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