Myeloma Measurable Residual Disease (MRD) Detection, Flow Cytometry
Test code
CPT code(s)*
Test resources
Details
Includes
Initial markers evaluated: CD19, CD20, CD27, CD38, CD45, CD56, CD81, CD117, CD138, CD200, CD229
Additional markers may be performed based on the pathologist review. These markers will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 88185 for each additional marker).
Methodology
Flow Cytometry (FC)
Assay category
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
This test is not available for New York patient testing.
Alternative name(s)
Minimal Residual Disease,Hematologic Neoplasm,Leukemia,NGFC,Next Generation Flow Cytometry,Plasma Cell Neoplasm
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | None Specified |
| Preferred specimen(s) | 10 mL whole blood collected in two separate 5 mL sodium heparin (green-top) tubes |
| Minimum volume | 5 mL |
| Collection instructions | Specimen viability decreases during transit. Send specimens to testing laboratory for viability determination. Do not freeze. Do not reject. Follow standard whole blood collection procedure. Collect two 5 mL whole blood samples in sodium heparin (green-top) tubes. Blood samples are shipped at room temperature or 4° C. Do not freeze whole blood. Record the draw time and sample type on the tubes and on requisition form. Ship immediately to maintain specimen stability. Protect from heat with a refrigerated cold (not frozen) pack. |
| Transport container | Sodium heparin (green top) tube(s) |
| Transport temperature | Room temperature |
| Specimen stability | Room temperature: 5 days Refrigerated: 5 days Frozen: Unacceptable |
| Reject criteria | Gross hemolysis |
Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
*The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
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