MPL
MPL Mutation Analysis
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3592
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube or green top (sodium heparin) tube
Specimen Type:
Whole blood, bone marrow or cell pellet
Preferred Volume:
3-5 mL whole blood or 1-2 mL bone marrow
Minimum Volume:
3 mL whole blood or 1 mL bone marrow
Collection Procedure:
Indicate the date and time of collection on the test request form.
Specimen Processing:
Enter the source in the MLAB prompt.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
If the specimen is to be stored prior to shipment, store refrigerated.
Unacceptable Condition:
Samples that are frozen, leaking, grossly hemolyzed, clotted, or quantity not sufficient for analysis will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
81338 - MPL Mutation Analysis (EAP 30021347)
Method:
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and DNA sequencing