MALT1(18q21)

Message

Probes: MALT1 (18q21). Disease(s): Marginal zone B-cell lymphoma, NHL

Test Code

LAB6306

Alias/See Also

MALT1

CPT Codes
88374x1

Preferred Specimen

Bone Marrow Aspirate: 1-2mL Sodium Heparin Tube. EDTA tube is acceptable. Peripheral Blood: 2-5mL Sodium Heparin Tube. EDTA tube is acceptable. Fresh, Unfixed Tissue: Tissue in RPMI. Fluids: Equal parts RPMI to specimen volume. Paraffin Block: H&E slide (required) plus paraffin block. Circle H&E for tech-only. Cut Slides: H&E slide (required) plus 2 unstained slides cut at 4 microns. Circle H&E for tech-only. Note: Please exclude biopsy needles, blades, and other foreign objects from transport tubes. These can compromise specimen viability and yield, and create hazards for employees.

Instructions

Refrigerate specimen. Do not freeze. Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen.

Methodology
FISH

Report Available

4 days

Performing Laboratory
Neogenomics Laboratories

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