CLL panel testing - 13q14.3 deletion (bone marrow)

Code: 3123

The availability and turnaround time of this test should be confirmed with the unit before collection.

Method

Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)

Collection requirements

Bone marrow (5 mL in sodium heparin tube)

Sample stability

Room temperature

Turnaround time

10 working days

Preparation and notes

IMPORTANT: Samples for this test should only be collected Monday to Thursday and never on the day before a public holiday.