NPM1 MRD - Alfred Pathology Sendaway Test | Austin Pathology

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NPM1 MRD - Alfred Pathology Sendaway

Alternate Names	NPM1, NPM1 qPCR
Ordering Information	This is for Molecular staff use only. This test is referred to Alfred Pathology Services for low positive confirmation. For in-house testing, please refer to: NPM1 for initial diagnosis (AFLTNP) NPM1 MRD - Minimal Residual Disease (ANPM1)
Laboratory	Referred Test
Specimen	Blood Bone Marrow
Container	9ml EDTA (purple) EDTA (purple)
Collection Instructions	Collect at room temperature
Additional Collection Instructions	Please collect 2 x DEDICATED EDTA (purple) tubes for this test. Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Collection Centres DO NOT COLLECT ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY. DO NOT COLLECT THE DAY BEFORE A PUBLIC HOLIDAY.
Minimum Adult Volume	4mL
Minimum Paediatric Volume	None
Frequency	As required

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Test Code	NPM1
Container ID	CMOL, CMOLS, EWL, EW
Storage Instructions	Store at 4°C
Transport Instructions	Transport at room temperature
Additional Transport Instruction	Instructions for: Metropolitan and Regional Specimen Receptions If uncertain of test code, please consult Molecular - Genetics laboratory (ph: 9496 5657).
External Laboratory	Haematology, Alfred Pathology Services