All samples for diagnosis will be tested for both the major and minor BCR ABL translocations. Contact the lab if a rare translocation is suspected as these are referred tests.

All samples for monitoring will only be tested for the specific translocation being monitored.

To order, use the Molecular Haematology Request form (pricing included): Molecular Haematology Test Request Form V7

WHOLE BLOOD: 2 x 4mL EDTA tube or 1 x 9mL EDTA tube.

Blood specimens for BCR ABL testing must be additional to any collected for FBE or other tests.

Test must be performed within 48 hours of specimen collection. Do not collect blood for this test on days preceding public holidays. Collections on Fridays must arrive in the molecular lab by midday and samples collected after this or on a Saturday will not be accepted.  If collection on such days is unavoidable, prior arrangement must be made with the testing laboratory.

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BONE MARROW: 1 x 4mL EDTA tube bone

Test must be performed within 48 hours of specimen collection. If testing is to be performed on bone marrow, avoid collection on days Collections on Fridays must arrive in the molecular lab by midday and samples collected after this or on a Saturday will not be accepted. If collection on such days is unavoidable, prior arrangement must be made with the testing laboratory.