Methodology
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Synonyms
MRD
Performing Lab
Hematologics
Epic ID
LAB09776
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2 mL Whole Blood or 1 mL Bone Marrow
Container Type
EDTA (Lavender-Top) Tube
Collection Instructions
Whole Blood or Bone Marrow collected in a sodium heparin (dark green-top) tube, Bone Marrow Biopsy collected in RPMI, Fresh Tissue collected in RPMI and 1-4 mL CSF collected in a sterile container or in RPMI is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Room Temp-Only
Rejection Criteria
Bronchioalveolar Lavage (BAL); Paraffin Embedded Tissue
Test Volume Required
2 mL Whole Blood or 1 mL Bone Marrow
Minimum Test Volume
2 mL Whole Blood or 1 mL Bone Marrow
Processing Instructions
Send a completed Hematologics requisition and send with sample room temp Monday-Friday, ok for Saturday delivery.
Comments
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for Outpatients. MJ approval required for Inpatients.
CPT Codes
81450
Revised
2/26/26
Initials
SA