Test Code BCRFXM BCR/ABL1 Qualitative Diagnostic Assay with Reflex to BCR/ABL1 p190 Quantitative Assay or BCR/ABL1 p210 Quantitative Assay, Varies
Additional Codes
| EPIC EAP | Mayo |
| LAB3338 | BCRFX |
Ordering Guidance
Additional testing options are available. For ordering guidance see BCR/ABL1 Ordering Guide for Blood and Bone Marrow.
Shipping Instructions
1. Specimen must arrive within 72 hours of collection.
2. Collect and package specimen as close to shipping time as possible.
Necessary Information
Pertinent clinical history including if the patient has a diagnosis of chronic myeloid/myelogenous leukemia or other BCR/ABL1 positive neoplasm is required.
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: 10 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 Type: Bone marrow
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD)
Specimen Volume: 4 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.
Forms
1. Hematopathology Patient Information (T676)
2. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Hematopathology/Cytogenetics Test Request (T726) with the specimen.
Useful For
Diagnostic workup of patients with high probability of BCR::ABL1-positive hematopoietic neoplasms, predominantly chronic myeloid/myelogenous leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Special Instructions
Method Name
Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) Multiplex PCR
Reporting Name
BCR/ABL1 Reflex, Qual/QuantSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
Blood: 8 mL; Bone marrow: 2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 72 hours | PURPLE OR PINK TOP/EDTA |
| Ambient | 72 hours | PURPLE OR PINK TOP/EDTA |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Moderately to severely clotted | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
7 to 10 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
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.CPT Code Information
81206
81207
81208
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BCRFX | BCR/ABL1 Reflex, Qual/Quant | In Process |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MP039 | Specimen Type | 31208-2 |
| 48389 | BCR/ABL1 Reflex Result | No LOINC Needed |
| 48388 | Interpretation | 69047-9 |
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| B190R | BCR/ABL1, p190, Quant, Reflex | Yes, (order BA190) (Bill Only) | No |
| B210R | BCR/ABL1, p210, Quant, Reflex | Yes, (order BCRAB) (Bill Only) | No |