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GeneXpert NPM1 MRD (Type A, B or D) (Bone Marrow)

Alternate Names
NPM1, NPM1 qPCR, NPM1 Minimal Residual Disease, Minimal Residual Disease Bone Marrow, NPM1 MRD
Test Code
ANPM1
Testing Laboratory
Molecular Diagnostics - Genetics
Specimen Type

Bone Marrow

Container Type

4 mL EDTA (Purple Top)

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. Out of Pocket cost:

Medicare eligible - Fully covered (MBS 73314)

Non-Medicare eligible - $230.95 

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

Ordering Information

If NPM1 MRD (Minimal Residual Disease) or NPM1 qPCR or NPM1 quantitative PCR is requested (requests will always state MRD or qPCR or quantitative PCR in the request) sample must be received within 48 hours of collection.

If NPM1 is being requested as initial diagnosis (which is the most commonly requested NPM1), use the test code AFLTNP.

Collection Instructions

BONE MARROW

  •  1 x 4mL EDTA tube Bone marrow

Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Collection Centres

  • DO NOT COLLECT ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY.
  • DO NOT COLLECT THE DAY BEFORE A PUBLIC HOLIDAY.
Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
As Required
Min Test Volume
4mL
Add On Test Suitability

Add ons for this test cannot be performed. 

Container ID
CMOL, CMOLS, EWL, EW
CSR Instructions

Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions

  • Transport all samples for this test to Heidelberg Central Laboratory.

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception

  • Place sample(s) in 4°C Molecular Genetics tub.
Laboratory Instructions
None
Accredited Test
Yes