Genetic testing for CML (BCR-ABL)

Test/Investigation

Genetic testing for CML (BCR-ABL)

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

Referral laboratory

Indications

Diagnosis & monitoring of chronic myeloid leukaemia

Comments/Precautions

Sendaway test FISH or molecular tests done on blood or bone marrow

Ideal sample age for accurate results/Maximum acceptable sample age (at the time of analysis)

24 hours

Sample type

EDTA

Turnaround times (TAT) Urgent/Routine/GP or OPD

FISH: upto 1 week; Please contact HODS laboratory if urgent results required. Molecular tests: upto 4 weks