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HelpTest ID LBOR0185 IGH Somatic Hypermutation Analysis, B-Cell Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (B-CLL), Varies
Useful For
Providing prognostic information in patients with newly diagnosed B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
This test is not intended for use in providing prognostic information for patient with other B-cell neoplasms or hematopoietic tumors.
Specimen Type
VariesShipping Instructions
1. Both refrigerated and ambient specimens must arrive within 7 days of collection.
2. Collect and package specimen as close to shipping time as possible.
Necessary Information
1. Molecular Hematopathology Patient Information is required.. Testing may proceed without the patient information; however, it aids in providing a more thorough interpretation. Ordering providers are strongly encouraged to fill out the form and send with the specimen.
2. If form is not provided, include the following information with the test request: specimen source, pertinent clinical history (ie, complete blood cell count results and relevant clinical notes), and clinical or morphologic suspicion.
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
3. Label specimen as blood.
Specimen Stability: Refrigerated/Ambient
Specimen Type: Bone marrow
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix bone marrow.
2. Send bone marrow specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
3. Label specimen as bone marrow.
Specimen Stability: Refrigerated/Ambient
Specimen Type: Extracted DNA from blood or bone marrow
Container/Tube: 1.5- to 2-mL screw-top tube
Specimen Volume: Entire specimen
Collection Instructions:
1. Label specimen as extracted DNA and indicate specimen source (blood or bone marrow).
2. The required volume of DNA is 50 mcL at a concentration of 20 ng/mcL.
3. Include volume and concentration on tube.
Specimen Stability: Frozen (preferred)/Refrigerated
Specimen Minimum Volume
Blood/Bone marrow: 1 mL
Extracted DNA: see Specimen Required
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Moderately to severely clotted | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Varies | 7 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
14 daysMethod Name
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
81263-IGH (immunoglobulin heavy chain locus) (eg, leukemia and lymphoma, B-cell), variable region somatic mutation analysis
Special Instructions
Reporting Name
IGH Somatic Hypermutation in B-CLLReference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Secondary ID
89008Forms
1. Molecular Hematopathology Patient Information is required.
2. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Hematopathology/Cytogenetics Test Request (T726) with the specimen.
SANFORD INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 22940 | BCLL Result |
| 22941 | Specimen Type |
| 22942 | Final Diagnosis |