MDL BCR-ABL1 p190 (190)
Department: Molecular Diagnostics
Test Synonym(s): LAB3024, 190, MDLp190, BCR/ABL1 p190, BCRABL mRNA Detection (p190)
CPT Codes: 81207
Methodology: Quantitation of BCR-ABL1 and ABL1 using the QuantideX qPCR BCR-ABL minor kit manufactured by Asuragen, Inc.
Tube Type: Paxgene tube (call Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at 615-343-8121 or VPLS at 1-800-551-5227 or 615-936-0510) for Paxgene tube and instructions. Blood or bone marrow collected in Paxgene tube (call Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at 615-343-8121 or VPLS
Specimen: Blood or bone marrow collected in Paxgene tube (Call Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at 615-343-8121 or VPLS at 1-800-551-5227 or 615-936-0510 for Paxgene tubes)
Alternate Specimen: Lavender top (EDTA) Note: please submit to Molecular Lab within 24 hours of collection
Pediatric Requirements: Please call Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at 615-343-8121 or VPLS at 1-800-551-5227 or 615-936-0510.
Volume: 2.5 mL of blood or bone marrow
Temperature: Room temperature or call Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at 615-343-8121.
Stability: Call Molecular Genetics Laboratory at 615-343-8121
Reasons for Rejection: Client will be notified by Molecular Diagnostics Lab if specimen is rejected.
Days Performed: 1 day per week (variable days Monday - Friday)
Times Performed: Batched
TAT: 10 days
Significance: Quantitation of BCR-ABL1 fusion transcript e1a2.
Special Instructions: Call or email the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory at 615-343-8121 or moleculardiagnosticlab@vumc.org if assistance is needed for specimen submission or if the patient has received a transfusion in the prior 2 weeks or has a history of a stem cell transplant.
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