Oncomine Tumor Mutation Burden (TMB) Test
Also known as: TMB Test, Tumor Mutation Burden Test
Oncomine Tumor Mutation Burden (TMB) Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹62,000. Uses Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) on Tumor tissue samples. Results in 2-3 weeks. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SULOCHANA HEMCHANDRA HOLLA
Consultant Medical Geneticist · Reg: 8532
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The purpose of the Oncomine TMB test is to predict the response of cancer patients to immunotherapy by quantifying the number of mutations in tumor DNA, helping in treatment selection and personalized therapy.
- Test Code
- 3130
- Price
- ₹62,000
- Sample Type
- Tumor tissue
- Result Time
- 2-3 weeks
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Sample Collection
Oncomine Tumor Mutation Burden (TMB) can be done with a Doctor’s prescription. Prescription is not applicable for surgery and pregnancy cases or people planning to travel abroad.
Method: Biopsy or Surgical Tissue
Laboratory Analysis
Sample is collected via biopsy or surgery to obtain tumor tissue.
Report Delivery
Tissue sample is preserved and sent to the laboratory for DNA extraction and sequencing.
Timeline: 2-3 weeks
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The purpose of the Oncomine TMB test is to predict the response of cancer patients to immunotherapy by quantifying the number of mutations in tumor DNA, helping in treatment selection and personalized therapy.
How to Prepare
- Obtain tumor tissue through biopsy or surgical procedure
- Ensure sample is properly labeled and preserved
- Transport sample to laboratory under appropriate conditions
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SULOCHANA HEMCHANDRA HOLLA — MBBS, MD (Medical Genetics) · Reg. No. 8532
"TMB testing is crucial for personalizing immunotherapy in cancer care, helping identify patients who may benefit from immune checkpoint inhibitors."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Understanding Your Results
Consult your oncologist to discuss TMB results and implications for immunotherapy or other treatment options.
Limitations
- ⚠TMB is a biomarker and may not be definitive for all cancer types
- ⚠Results should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical and pathological findings
- ⚠Test accuracy depends on sample quality and tumor heterogeneity
Risks & Considerations
- ●Risks associated with biopsy or surgery, such as infection, bleeding, or discomfort
- ●Potential for inconclusive results due to sample quality
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