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Calreticulin (CALR), Mutation Analysis

Test Code
LAB8173


CPT Codes
81219

Preferred Specimen
6 mL Lavender EDTA


Minimum Volume
Whole blood: 2 mL
Bone marrow aspirate: 0.5 mL
Slides: 4 minimum


Instructions
For other sample types call the lab.


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Whole blood, bone marrow, fixed cell pellet
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Slides, fixed tissue
Room temperature: Indefinitely
Refrigerated: Indefinitely
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) • Sequencing



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.