FISH for MLL Bone Marrow
Test Mnemonic
MLLFBM
CPT Codes
- 88271 - QTY (2)
- 88275 - QTY (1)
- 88291 - QTY (1)
- 88237 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- FISH for Mixed Lineage Leukemia
- FISH for MLL (11q23) Translocation
- KMT2A
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 - 3 mL | Bone marrow | EDTA (Lavender) | Ambient | Ambient |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 - 3 mL | Bone marrow | Sodium heparin (Green) | Ambient | Ambient |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | Acceptable |
| Frozen | Not acceptable |
Days Performed
5 days per week
Turnaround Time
5 - 7 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Fluorescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH) |
Clinical Info
For diagnosis and classification of patients with acute myeloid and acute lymphoblastic leukemia. If no cells are available for analysis, no analysis charges will be incurred.