Back to Test DirectoryTM70 : CLL/MCL Prognosis: IgVH Mutation Analysis by NGS
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
IgVH Mutation Analysis
Methodology:
Genotyping by Next Generation Sequencing
Clinical Utility:
Prognostic marker for patients with CLL. Hypermutated IgVH is a favorable prognostic indicator in CLL.
ORDERING:
Test Code:
TM70-5
Turnaround Time:
8 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
2 mL Bone Marrow - Lavender Top
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bone Marrow - Lavender Top | 1 | Refrigerate | 14 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
BML: Place bone marrow into tube, label with patient's name
Storage Transport Instructions:
Storage/Transport Instruction: Specimen can be either RT or refrigerated
Ship with cold pack during warm weather.
Extracted DNA is acceptable, providing that the isolation of nucleic acid occurs in a CLIA-certified laboratory or a laboratory meeting equivalent requirements as determined by CMS and/or the CAP.
Ship with cold pack during warm weather.
Extracted DNA is acceptable, providing that the isolation of nucleic acid occurs in a CLIA-certified laboratory or a laboratory meeting equivalent requirements as determined by CMS and/or the CAP.
Alternative Specimen:
Peripheral Blood - Green Top, Peripheral Blood - Lavender Top, Bone Marrow - Green Top, Eppendorf tube, Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded Tissue, Tissue in RPMI, Shavings, Slides, Unstained Slide
Billing:
CPT Codes:
81263 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.
