IDH1 and IDH2 Hotspot PCR Analysis Peripheral Blood
Test Mnemonic
IDHIDPB
CPT Codes
- 81120 - QTY (1)
- 81121 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- IDH 1& 2
- IDH1-2
- IDH12
- IDH12G
- isocitrate dehydrogenase 1
- isocitrate dehydrogenase 2
Performing Laboratory
n/a
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 mL | Blood, peripheral | EDTA (Lavender) | Ambient | Ambient | If specimen is to be stored longer than 24 hours, its should be placed at 2-8C for up to 3 days. |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | Collect at ambient and transport at ambient or refrigerated temperature |
| Ambient | Collect and transport at ambient temperature |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) |
Special Info
n/a
Clinical Info
This assay looks for select hotspot mutations in IDH1 codon 132 and IDH2 codons 140 and 172.
Clinical Limitation
n/a
Clinical Reference
n/a