ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

IGH-BCL2 (BCL-2/JH) Translocation, t(14;18) by PCR, Fluid : 0055616

Mnemonic: BCL2C-F

Methodology: Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed: DNA isolation: Sun-Sat; Assay: Sun-Sat
Reported: 2-7 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Lavender (EDTA) or bone marrow (EDTA).

Specimen Preparation: Transport 5 mL whole blood (Min: 1 mL) OR 3 mL bone marrow (Min: 1 mL).

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens collected in anticoagulants other than EDTA. Frozen or clotted specimens. Grossly hemolyzed specimens.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 5 days; Frozen: Unacceptable

Interpretive Data: By report

Refer to Statement B under Testing Information at http://www.aruplab.com.
CPT Code(s): 83891 Isolation; 83898 x6 Amplification; 83894 x3 Gel separation; 83912 Interpretation and report - Additional CPT code modifiers may be required for procedures performed to test for oncologic or inherited disorders.
 
Cross References: Follicular Lymphoma (IGH-BCL2 (BCL-2/JH) Translocation, t(14;18) by PCR, Fluid)
 
 

 

 

 
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