JAK2 V617F Mutation Detection Bone Marrow
Test Mnemonic
JAK2M
CPT Codes
- 81270 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Aspirate, bone marrow | EDTA (Lavender) | Ambient | Aliquots are not accepted. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Aliquots are not accepted. |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | Unacceptable. |
Days Performed
3 days per week
Turnaround Time
5 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Droplet Digital Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) |
Special Info
Aliquots are not accepted.
Clinical Info
This assay uses Droplet Digital PCR to detect a JAK2 V617F mutation in suspected non-CML myeloproliferative disorders or overlap myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative disease.