NPM1 MRD (Bone Marrow) Test | Austin Pathology

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NPM1 MRD (Bone Marrow)

Alternate Names	NPM1, NPM1 qPCR, NPM1 Minimal Residual Disease, Minimal Residual Disease Bone Marrow
Test Code	ANPM1
Testing Laboratory	Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics
Specimen Type	Bone Marrow
Container Type	EDTA (Purple Top) 4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	If NPM1 MRD (Minimal Residual Disease) or NPM1 qPCR or NPM1 quantitative PCR is requested (requests will always state MRD or qPCR or quantitative PCR in the request) sample must be received within 48 hours of collection. If NPM1 is being requested as initial diagnosis (which is the most commonly requested NPM1), use the test code AFLTNP.
Collection Instructions	BONE MARROW 1 x 4mL EDTA tube Bone marrow Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Collection Centres DO NOT COLLECT ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY. DO NOT COLLECT THE DAY BEFORE A PUBLIC HOLIDAY.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	4mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	CMOL, CMOLS, EWL, EW
CSR Instructions	Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions Transport all samples for this test to Heidelberg Central Laboratory. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception Place sample(s) in 4°C Molecular Genetics tub.
Laboratory Instructions	None
Accredited Test	Yes

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