B-Cell Clonality Using BIOMED-2 PCR Primers Blood
Test Mnemonic
BCBMD
CPT Codes
- 81261 - QTY (1)
- 81264 - QTY (1)
- G0452 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 mL | Whole blood | EDTA (Lavender) | Ambient | Ambient |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Whole blood- 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | Whole blood- 7 days |
| Frozen | Whole blood- unacceptable |
Days Performed
2 days per week
Turnaround Time
7 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Capillary Electrophoresis (CE) | |
| Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) |