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JAK2 V617F (Blood)

Alternate Names
JAK2, JAK2 mutation, JAK2 kinase, V617F, Jak2 Gene Mutation, JAK2 Exon 14 Mutation
Test Code
AJAK2
Testing Laboratory
Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

4 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs

Please note: Medicare Rebate for this test is subject to conditions. Patients may receive an invoice:

  • Fully covered by Medicare - MBS 73325
  • Non-Medicare eligible - $90.00

Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost

Ordering Information

To order, use the Molecular Haematology Request form (pricing included): Molecular Haematology Test Request Form V13.

Collection Instructions

BLOOD

  • 1 x DEDICATED 4 mL EDTA tube must be collected and should not be shared with other tests of the same sample type.

Instructions for: External Referring Laboratories

  • If DNA is the preferred specimen type, a minimum of 20μL at 50ng/μL is required.
Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Weekly
Min Test Volume
4mL
Add On Test Suitability

Contact Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics on 03 9496 5657 to confirm add on suitability.

Container ID
EW
CSR Instructions

WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE.

Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions

  • For JAK2 Exon 12 mutation requests use the test code AMYNGS.
  • The JAK2 Exon 14 mutation is more commonly requested and is registered using the test code AJAK2.

Please check request for correct test as the tests above have different specimen storage and transport instructions.

Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Transport tube frozen to the Heidelberg Laboratory.

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception

  • Place in the Molecular bucket -20°C walk-in freezer.

 

Laboratory Instructions
None
Accredited Test
Yes