Tumor sequencing by NGS detecting mutations in 50 genes associated with myeloid malignancies. Mutations often have prognostic significance, may confer resistance to FDA approved therapies, or may qualify patients for late-stage clinical trials.
Specimen Sources
Blood, ArterialBlood, CapillaryBlood, Central LineBlood, VenousBone MarrowBone Marrow Aspirate
Specimen Types
AspirateBloodBone Marrow
Container
Sterile
Collection Instructions
Peripheral Blood - Lavender Top or Green Top Tube Bone Marrow - Green Top Eppendorf tube, Unstained Slide, Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded Tissue Decalcified specimens are not recommended for NGS testing ** Note: Please indicate specimen type on tube ** Test Code TL95
Transport Instructions
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
7 Days Refrigerated Blood samples older than 7 days can still be shipped, they will be tested if the yield and quality of DNA permit.