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KIT Mutations in AML by Fragment Analysis and Sequencing
Test Information:	Prognostication in core-binding factor-related (CBF) AML.
Test Details
Test Code:	9105
Special Notes:	Samples received will be tested by ARUP.
Technical Information
Methodology:	Polymerase Chain Reaction/Fragment Analysis/Sequencing of exons 8 and 17 of the KIT gene.
Gene Name:	KIT
Protein Name:	v-kit Hardy-Zuckerman 4 feline sarcoma viral oncogene homolog

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) 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:	12-14 days
List Price:	*For Insurance or Institutional Prices, please call.
CPT Codes:	81272x1

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