Epic Test Code LAB3232 JAK2 Gene, V617F Mutation, Qualitative
Specimen Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Volume
One 5 mL lavender (EDTA) or one 3 mL lavender (EDTA) bone marrow.
Minimum Volume
1 mL whole blood or 1 mL bone marrow
Unacceptable Conditions
Serum, plasma, or clotted specimens
Stability (from collection to initiation)
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Transportation Needs
5 mL whole blood or 3 mL bone marrow (EDTA) at 2-8°C.
Day(s) Performed
1-2x week
Turnaround Time
1-8 days
Methodology
Allele-Specific Polymerase Chain Reaction
CPT Code
81270
Last Updated
5-Oct-17