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HelpTest ID JAK2B JAK2 V617F Mutation Detection, Blood
Useful For
Aiding in the distinction between a reactive blood cytosis and a chronic myeloproliferative disorder using peripheral blood specimens
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Whole Blood EDTAShipping Instructions
Specimen must arrive within 7 days of collection.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Ambient (preferred) | 7 days | PURPLE OR PINK TOP/EDTA |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | PURPLE OR PINK TOP/EDTA |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
81270-JAK2 (Janus kinase 2) (eg, myeloproliferative disorder) gene analysis, p.Val617Phe (V617F) variant
Testing Algorithm
For more information see:
-Erythrocytosis Evaluation Testing Algorithm
-Myeloproliferative Neoplasm: A Diagnostic Approach to Peripheral Blood Evaluation
Report Available
2 to 5 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Moderately to severely clotted | Reject |
Forms
1. Hematopathology Patient Information (T676)
2. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Hematopathology/Cytogenetics Test Request (T726) with the specimen.