CBFB/MYH11 INV(16), Quantitative RT-PCR

Message
Immediate Specimen Processing: Do not freeze whole blood or bone marrow. After collection clearly indicate the specimen type (blood or bone marrow) on the label. If the stability of the sample cannot be determined, delay in result or cancelation of test may occur. Clotted specimens are unacceptable. Ambulatory Transport Temperature to Inova Central Lab: Ambient Specimen Stability: 5 days


Test Code
LAB17660 CBFBM


Alias/See Also
CBFBM


CPT Codes
81401

Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@


Instructions
Processing Instructions: Do not reject specimens, send to laboratory for screening. Whole blood or bone marrow is shipped at room temperature or Refrigerated (cold packs). Do not freeze whole blood or bone marrow. Preferred Testing Volume: 5 mL whole blood or 3 mL bone marrowMinimum Testing Volume: 2 mL whole blood or 1 mL bone marrow Transport Temperature: Ambient Stability: Whole blood and bone marrowAmbient: 5 daysRefrigerated : 5 daysFrozen: Unacceptable Causes for Rejection: Clotted specimens are unacceptable. Performing Lab: Quest Diagnostics SJC


Report Available
9-Days


Clinical Significance
1230171431



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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