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JAK2 Gene, V617F Mutation, Qualitative
Test Information:	Aids in the workup of suspected myeloproliferative neoplasms. Detects the JAK2 V617F mutation in peripheral blood or bone marrow.
Test Details
Test Code:	9010
Special Notes:	Samples received will be tested by ARUP
Technical Information
Methodology:	Polymerase Chain Reaction
Gene Name:	JAK2
Protein Name:	Janus Kinase 2

Sample & Shipping Information
Test Requisition:	Tumor Analysis
Specimen Type:	Bone Marrow
Requirements:	Draw bone marrow in an EDTA (purple-top) tube(s) and send 3 mL (Min: 1 mL).
Shipping Conditions:	Ship at refrigerated temperature in an insulated container by overnight courier. Specimen should arrive in the laboratory within 24 hrs of collection. Do not heat or freeze. Unacceptable Conditions: Serum. Specimens collected in anticoagulants other than EDTA. Frozen specimens. Clotted or grossly hemolyzed specimens. Stability: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 5 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Specimen Type:	Whole Blood
Requirements:	Draw whole blood in an EDTA (purple-top) tube(s) and send 5 mL (Min: 1 mL).
Shipping Conditions:	Ship at refrigerated temperature in an insulated container by overnight courier. Specimen should arrive in the laboratory within 24 hrs of collection. Do not heat or freeze. Unacceptable Conditions:Serum. Specimens collected in anticoagulants other than EDTA. Frozen specimens. Clotted or grossly hemolyzed specimens. Stability: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 5 days; Frozen: Unacceptable

Billing Information
Turn Around Time:	2-7 days
List Price:	*For Insurance or Institutional Prices, please call.
CPT Codes:	81270x1

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