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Additional Codes
LAB19430
Performing Laboratory
GenPath/Bio-Reference Laboratories, Inc.
Methodology
PCR
JAK2 V617F mutation is seen in a variety of BCR/ABL-negative
chronic myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs), and appears to be
mutually exclusive of BCR/ABL.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Type: Bone marrow
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Causes for Specimen Rejection:
-No patient ID on specimen
-Patient ID on specimen and requisition doesn’t match
-Incorrect fixative (tube/solution)
-Specimen without GenPath/Bio-Reference requisition
-Frozen specimen
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerated OK/Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
24 to 72 hours
Test Classification and CPT Coding
81270