FISH, Myeloma, Chromosomes CEP 9, 11, 15 : 1017639

Test Code
MDFCPC91115 or 1017639


CPT Codes
88271x3, 88275

Instructions
3 mL bone marrow collected in a sodium heparin (green-top) tube
  
Minimum Volume: 1 mL


Transport Container
Preferred Specimen: Sodium heparin (green-top) tube
  
Alternative Specimens: Sodium heparin (royal blue-top) tube, Sodium heparin lead-free (tan-top) tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature.


Specimen Stability
Specimen viability decreases during transit. Send specimen to testing lab for viability determination. Do not freeze. **Do not reject**


Methodology
Fluorescence in situ Hybridization (FISH)

Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday


Report Available
Up to 7 days


Limitations
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by med fusion. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report.


Clinical Significance
Plasma Cell Myeloma (PCM) is characterized by the proliferation of malignant monoclonal plasma cells in the bone marrow. Hyperdiploidy with gains of odd numbered chromosomes, including 9, 11, and 15, has been associated with a more favorable outcome in myeloma patients.


Performing Laboratory
med fusion



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.