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Oncology FISH Analysis - AML1/ETO(RUNX1/RUNX1T1): t(8;21) [AML] Acute Myeloid Leukemia \| Acute Myeloid Leukemia - ETO/AML Gene Rearrangements \| ETO/AML Gene Rearrangements \| ETO/AML1: t(8;21) [AML]
Test Information:	Confirmation of Clinical Diagnosis
Test Details
Test Code:	8725
Special Notes:	For additional information on our FISH probes and the frequency and prognostic significance of specific chromosomal abnormalities, please visit the Cancer Fish Probes List.
Technical Information
Methodology:	Fluorescent in Situ Hybridization (FISH) Analysis

Sample & Shipping Information
Test Requisition:	Tumor Analysis
Specimen Type:	Bone Marrow
Requirements:	Draw bone marrow in a Sodium Heparin (green-top) tube(s) and send 3-5 cc (Adults/Children) or 2 cc (Infant< 2 years).
Shipping Conditions:	Ship at ambient temperature (18-25°C/64-77°F) in an insulated container by overnight courier. Specimen should arrive in the laboratory within 48 hrs of collection. Do not heat or freeze.
Specimen Type:	Leukemic Blood
Requirements:	Draw leukemic blood in a Sodium Heparin (green-top) tube(s) and send 3-5 cc (Adults/Children) or 2 cc (Infant<2yrs). (White count > 15,000 with approximately 10% blasts).
Shipping Conditions:	Ship at ambient temperature (18-25°C/64-77°F) in an insulated container by overnight courier. Specimen should arrive in the laboratory within 48 hrs of collection. Do not heat or freeze.

Billing Information
Turn Around Time:	3 - 5 days
List Price:	*For Insurance or Institutional Prices, please call.
CPT Codes:	88237x1, 88271x2, 88275x1, 88291x1

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