Test ID MRDMR Multiple Myeloma Measurable Residual Disease (MRD) by Flow Cytometry, Bone Marrow (Non-Orderable)
Specimen Required
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see MSMRD / Myeloma Stratification and Risk-Adapted Therapy with Reflex to Minimal Residual Disease, Bone Marrow
Specimen Type: Redirected bone marrow
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Yellow top (ACD solution A or B)
Acceptable: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Secondary ID
616031Useful For
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see MSMRD / Myeloma Stratification and Risk-Adapted Therapy with Reflex to Minimal Residual Disease, Bone Marrow
Detecting low level (measurable residual disease) myeloma cells after therapy to confirm remission has been achieved
Specimen Type
Bone MarrowSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bone Marrow | Ambient (preferred) | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see MSMRD / Myeloma Stratification and Risk-Adapted Therapy with Reflex to Minimal Residual Disease, Bone Marrow
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Preanalytical processing: Monday through Saturday
Results reported: Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
88184-Flow Cytometry; first cell surface, cytoplasmic or nuclear marker
88185 x 9-Flow Cytometry; additional cell surface, cytoplasmic or nuclear marker
88188-Flow Cytometry Interpretation, 9 to 15 Markers