BCR-ABL t(9;22) by RT-PCR (p210 only)

Message

Testing performed on Cepheid Gene Xpert

Test Code

38470

Alias/See Also

BCR-ABL1 p210 Major PCR

CPT Codes
81206 - BCR ABL 1 Gene Major Breakpoint

Preferred Specimen

Peripheral Blood 5mL in Purple Top EDTA tube

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated on Ice

Specimen Stability

Send same day as drawn when possible; specimen must be <72 hours old

Methodology
PCR

Limitations

Useful in the monitoring of Philadelphia chromosome-positive cases of CML (p210 only)

Reference Range

Negative

Performed By
CoxHealth

Performing Laboratory
CoxHealth

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