9q34 (ASS gene) deletion by FISH : 1003120

Test Code
MDFCPC9Q34 or 1003120


Alias/See Also
9q34-


CPT Codes
88271, 88275

Instructions
Bone Marrow aspirate in a green top sodium heparin tube (2-3 mL) or Peripheral Blood in a green top sodium heparin tube (2-10 mL).


Transport Container
Blood or Bone Marrow: Do not centrifuge.


Transport Temperature
Blood or Bone Marrow: Ambient temperature within 24 hours. Specimen can be refrigerated if not transported immediately. Do not freeze. Protect from heat with a cold pack.


Specimen Stability
Blood and Bone Marrow: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)

Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday


Report Available
Up to 7 days


Limitations
Laboratory test results should always be considered in the context of clinical observations. This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by med fusion. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational for research. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments
of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing.


Reference Range
An interpretive report will be provided.


Clinical Significance
Deletions of der(9)t(9;22) at band 9q34 have been reported in between 10% to 15% of patients with CML. It appears that the der(9) deletions occur simultaneously with the BCR/ABL translocation and are associated with a poor prognosis.


Performing Laboratory
med fusion



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