Back to Test Directory5034 : AML - M2 (AML/ETO) by RT-PCR
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
Acute Myeloid Leukemia with t(8;21)
Methodology:
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Clinical Utility:
Serial monitoring of patients for minimal residual disease and determine treatment efficacy.
ORDERING:
Test Code:
5034-4
Turnaround Time:
5 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
2 mL Bone Marrow - Lavender Top
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bone Marrow - Lavender Top | 1 | Refrigerate | 7 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
BML: Place bone marrow into tube, label with patient's name
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: Place bone marrow into tube, label with patient's name. Send in bone marrow kit.
Storage/Transport Instruction: Specimen can be sent either RT or refrigerated.
Please include specimen collection date on requisition, Time Sensitive (48 hour stability from time of draw)
Storage/Transport Instruction: Specimen can be sent either RT or refrigerated.
Please include specimen collection date on requisition, Time Sensitive (48 hour stability from time of draw)
Specimen Comment:
If submitting Peripheral Blood Lav, 5 ml is required.
Alternative Specimen:
Peripheral Blood - Lavender Top, Peripheral Blood - Green Top
Billing:
CPT Codes:
81401 x 1
CPT Code Disclaimer
CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding CPT coding to the payer being billed.
