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Test #
204
Test CPT Codes
81338
MPL mutation
Test Type
Hematopathology
Test Disease / Components
Myeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN)
Test Technology
Molecular, PCR and Capillary Electrophoresis
Clinical Utility
Diagnostic, Monitoring
Test Specimen
Peripheral Blood:
Minimum of 4 mL required
Lavender-top (EDTA) tubes preferred
Bone Marrow:
1-2 ml Bone Marrow required
Lavender-top (EDTA) tubes preferred
Maintain specimen at room temperature
Rejection Criteria:
Frozen or blood or bone marrow
Specimens collected in anticoagulants other than EDTA or Sodium heparin
Clotted or grossly hemolyzed specimen
Analyte: DNA
Storage, Stability & Shipping
Storage:
Label specimen with patient's name and date of birth
Complete requisition form with necessary information
Local Clients call KSL Diagnostics at 1.800.960.1080 to schedule a pickup
Ship samples at room temperature (do not freeze or fix)
Stability:
Specimen viability decreases during transit
Send day of collection when possible
Specimen optimum if received within 48 hours
Ambient = 24-48 hours, refrigerated = 3 days preffered
Turnaround Time (TAT)
7-10 days