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BRAF V600E Mutation Detection in Hairy Cell Leukemia by Real-Time PCR, Quantitative : 2007132
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Additional Technical Information
  


Mnemonic: BRAF HCL

Methodology: Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed: DNA isolation: Sun-Sat
Testing: Varies
Reported: 7-10 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Lavender (EDTA) OR bone marrow (EDTA).

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

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated

Unacceptable Conditions: Serum, plasma, FFPE tissue blocks/slides, or frozen tissue. Specimens collected in anticoagulants other than EDTA. Clotted or severely hemolyzed specimens

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

Interpretive Data: Refer to report

Refer to Statement B under Testing Information at http://www.aruplab.com.
CPT Code(s): 81210, G0452