Protean 600+

Genomic profiling of 600+ cancer genes to find actionable mutations.

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Diagnostics

Consented intake · your records travel with you · nothing moves without your sign-off

Why Protean exists

Protean 600+ is comprehensive genomic profiling that analyzes more than 600 cancer-related genes to identify actionable mutations and guide treatment selection. For patients whose next step depends on the specifics of their tumor, this profiling shows which mutations are present and which may point to treatment options.

10 to 15 business daysCAP · Accredited laboratoryCLIA · Certified laboratoryPennsylvania DOH · Laboratory permitNew York State DOH · Laboratory permit

1
Complete the requisition form
The ordering physician completes the Protean MAPS test requisition form.
2
Send the form
The completed form is sent by fax or through the secure electronic portal.
3
Ship the tissue
Tissue is shipped to the laboratory as a tissue block or 10 or more unstained slides.
4
Receive results
Results are returned within 10 to 15 business days.

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We package your records and pre-fill the Protean 600+ intake — no retyping.

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Coverage, insurance & cost

The fastest way to know what you'll pay: check your coverage with your plan. Below is what we know about how Protean 600+ handles billing.

Insurance

Accepted

Financial aid

Available

Prior auth

Required

In-network carriers

MedicareBlue Cross Blue ShieldUnitedHealthcareAetnaCigna

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Common questions about Protean

Does Protean take insurance?

Protean accepts insurance; In-network carriers include Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna; financial assistance is available. Add your plan on OpenCancer to check coverage before you commit.

How does Protean work?

1. Complete the requisition form — The ordering physician completes the Protean MAPS test requisition form. 2. Send the form — The completed form is sent by fax or through the secure electronic portal. 3. Ship the tissue — Tissue is shipped to the laboratory as a tissue block or 10 or more unstained slides. 4. Receive results — Results are returned within 10 to 15 business days.

How long does Protean take?

10 to 15 business days

How do I connect with Protean?

Through OpenCancer's consented intake: enter your details once, choose exactly which records travel with the request, and sign a consent that covers this connection only. Nothing is shared without your sign-off.

Ask about this service

Answers grounded in Protean's details here. Educational only; your oncologist directs treatment.

Who this is for

Cancer types served

bladderbreastcolorectalgastriclungmelanomaovarianpancreaticprostate

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