Test Code Billings Clinic: 9490 CALR Mutation Analysis, PCR
Performing Laboratory
NeoGenomics Laboratory
Useful For
Mutation Analysis of CALR, along with JAK2 and MPL, allows for the detection of a clonal marker in >90% of patients with MPN, aiding in disease diagnosis and prognostication.
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Specimen Requirements
- Do not centrifuge
- Send sample refrigerated. Use a refrigerated cold pack for transport.
- Make sure cold pack is not in direct contact with the specimen.
- DO NOT FREEZE
Submit 1 or both of the following specimens:
Bone Marrow
Send 2 - 3 mL of bone marrow aspirate in an EDTA tube (purple top).
Whole Blood
Send 2 - 3 mL of peripheral blood in an EDTA tube (purple top).
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday - Friday, by 3 pm
Test Classification and CPT Coding
81479 – Unlisted molecular pathology procedure
LOINC Code Information
Reporting Name | LOINC Code |
CALR Mutation | In process |