KMT2A MRD (All Specimen Types) Test | Austin Pathology

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KMT2A MRD (All Specimen Types)

Alternate Names	KMT2A-X, KMT2A::X
Test Code	MISCSO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood Bone Marrow See collection instructions
Container Type	See collection instructions
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	This test must be ordered using Alfred Pathology's Molecular Haematology Request Form. Testing requires approval from a haematologist upon diagnostic sampling. For further information regarding this test, please see here.
Collection Instructions	BONE MARROW 1 x 4mL EDTA tube Bone marrow BLOOD 1 x 9mL EDTA tube Peripheral Blood Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Collection Centres DO NOT COLLECT ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY. DO NOT COLLECT THE DAY BEFORE A PUBLIC HOLIDAY. Samples for this test must reach the testing laboratory within 48 hours of collection.
Transport Instructions	Send to the laboratory as soon as possible
Storage Instructions	Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency	Weekly
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 2 days from collection for fresh samples, subject to sample availability. For stored samples, please contact the testing laboratory to confirm if testing can be added retrospectively. Please contact Austin Health Pathology to determine availability of stored RNA.

Container ID	CR
CSR Instructions	See detailed Instructions below: Instructions for: Regional Specimen Receptions Transport all samples for this test to Heidelberg Central Laboratory at room temperature. Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception If received during business hours, give samples directly to sendaways. If received after hours, place sample(s) in room temperature sendaway tub.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Molecular Genetics, Alfred Pathology Service
Accredited Test	Yes

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