Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor
Also known as: EGFR; EGFR [Her-1]; erbB-1
Formal name: Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor
Related tests: Her-2/neu
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At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
To determine whether a solid tumor, such as of the lung (non small cell), head and neck, colon, pancreas, or breast, is positive for EGFR, which helps to guide treatment and determine prognosis
When to Get Tested?
When you have been diagnosed with certain invasive cancers and your doctor wants to determine whether EGFR is being over-expressed in the tumor
Sample Required?
A sample of tumor tissue obtained during a biopsy
Test Preparation Needed?
None
