Somatic 161 Gene Panel in Jammu
Somatic 161 Gene Panel in Jammu costs ₹39,000 onwards — through Redcliffe Labs, with free home sample collection and reports in 20 days.
Book through Jammu Genetics Hub — one place for genetic and oncology (cancer) tests. Your sample is processed by an accredited partner laboratory, and we help with booking and sample logistics.
Parameters
1
Report in
20 days
Sample
Paraffin Embedded Tissue Blocks
Fasting
Not required
What is Somatic 161 Gene Panel?
Somatic 161 Gene Panel is a next-generation sequencing (NGS) test used in cancer diagnosis. NGS reads many genes at once to find the mutations driving a cancer — helping with diagnosis, prognosis and, in some cancers, the choice of targeted therapy. Method: Next Generation Sequencing. Typical turnaround: 20 working days.
Why is Somatic 161 Gene Panel done?
- NGS reads many genes at once to find the mutations driving a cancer — helping with diagnosis, prognosis and, in some cancers, the choice of targeted therapy.
- Helps your oncologist diagnose, classify and plan treatment for a cancer.
Who may be advised to take Somatic 161 Gene Panel?
- Patients with a suspected or confirmed cancer, as advised by their oncologist or hematologist.
Somatic 161 Gene Panel price in Jammu
Price from the partner laboratory that performs this test. Book through Jammu Genetics Hub for one place to book and follow up.
| Provider | Price | MRP |
|---|---|---|
| Redcliffe Labs | ₹39,000 | — |
Jammu Genetics Hub does not run its own laboratory — samples are processed by our accredited partner labs. Prices exclude the per-visit diagnostic fee where home collection applies.
How it works with Jammu Genetics Hub
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Choose your test
See the price and what sample is needed — and check the choice of test with your oncologist.
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Sample collection
A trained phlebotomist visits your address in Jammu at the slot you choose — no clinic visit needed.
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Processed by a partner lab
Your sample goes to an accredited partner laboratory that performs this test.
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Report & guidance
Get your report online and review it with your doctor. For inherited-risk results we can connect you with a geneticist.
Good to know
- Can report variants of uncertain significance.
- A negative result does not exclude cancer; changes outside the genes covered are not seen.
- This is a diagnostic test ordered for patients with a suspected or known cancer — it is not a general screening test for healthy people.
- Results should be read with the clinical picture by your treating oncologist or hematologist.
Questions about this test? Talk to us.
Our team can explain what a test measures, what sample is needed and how your report reaches you. For inherited cancer risk, Jammu Genetics Hub also helps patients in Jammu connect with BGCI-certified geneticists before and after testing. Test choices for a cancer diagnosis are best made with your oncologist.
Frequently asked questions
What is Somatic 161 Gene Panel used for?
NGS reads many genes at once to find the mutations driving a cancer — helping with diagnosis, prognosis and, in some cancers, the choice of targeted therapy. Helps your oncologist diagnose, classify and plan treatment for a cancer.
Who should consider Somatic 161 Gene Panel?
Patients with a suspected or confirmed cancer, as advised by their oncologist or hematologist.
How much does Somatic 161 Gene Panel cost in Jammu?
Somatic 161 Gene Panel costs ₹39,000 onwards in Jammu through Redcliffe Labs. Home sample collection is available; a flat ₹49 diagnostic fee applies per visit.
Is home sample collection available for Somatic 161 Gene Panel in Jammu?
Yes — a trained phlebotomist visits your address anywhere in Jammu at a date and time slot you choose, any day of the week.
How long do Somatic 161 Gene Panel reports take?
Reports are typically ready in 20 days after the sample reaches the lab, and are delivered online. Turnaround can vary by lab and by case.
Do I need to fast before Somatic 161 Gene Panel?
No fasting is required for this test.
Are there limitations to Somatic 161 Gene Panel?
Can report variants of uncertain significance. A negative result does not exclude cancer; changes outside the genes covered are not seen. This is a diagnostic test ordered for patients with a suspected or known cancer — it is not a general screening test for healthy people. Results should be read with the clinical picture by your treating oncologist or hematologist.
Do I need a doctor's referral for Somatic 161 Gene Panel?
Somatic 161 Gene Panel is normally ordered by an oncologist, hematologist or pathologist for a patient with a suspected or confirmed cancer. This page explains what the test is for, but whether it is right for you is a decision to make with your doctor. Message us on WhatsApp if you need help with sample logistics or booking.
Does Jammu Genetics Hub run its own laboratory?
No. Jammu Genetics Hub is a one-stop booking and comparison platform for genetic, oncology and diagnostic tests — your sample is processed by one of our accredited partner laboratories, and we help with booking, sample collection and getting your report to you.
This page is general information to help you understand the test. It is not medical advice — please discuss your results and next steps with your doctor.