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A881 : AML - APL PML/RARA t(15;17) - Tech Only

INFORMATION:

Alternate Name:
AML-M3(PML/RARA)BY FISH
Methodology:
FISH
Clinical Utility:
Diagnostic assay for the detection of translocation between PML and RARA genes. Patients positive for t(15;17) represent a WHO defined subset whose prognosis is favorable and are managed accordingly.

ORDERING:

Test Code:
A881-5
Turnaround Time:
3 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
2 mL Bone Marrow - Green Top
Collection:
Container Qty Temp Stability
Bone Marrow - Green Top 1 Refrigerate 3 DAYS
Collection Instructions:
BMG: Place bone marrow into tube, label with patient's name
Specimen Comment:
Please include specimen collection date on requisition, Time Sensitive**If sample submitted is a block there is no stability.**
Alternative Specimen:
Peripheral Blood - Green Top

Billing:

CPT Codes:
88374 x 1

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