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BCR-abl Genetic Testing

Ordering information:

BCR-abl testing  must be peformed within 48 hrs of collection (best within 24 hrs.) 

Referring Lab will not process this test over the weekends.

Samples need to be at Peter MacCallum pathology before 1500. (Mon-Thurs only) .

Do not collect before Weekends or Public Holidays.

 

Laboratory:
Referred Test
Test Code:
BCRABL
Specimen types:
Blood
Container types:
EDTA large (Blood Bank)EDTA large (Blood Bank)
Collection Instructions:

PLEASE NOTE THIS TEST REQUIRES 20-30ml OF BLOOD.  ACCORDINGLY, PLEASE COLLECT 3-4 OF THE LARGE EDTA TUBES.

Samples need to be at Peter MacCallum pathology before 1500. (Mon-Thurs only) .

Stored at Room Temperature.

 

Minimum Adult Volume:
20 mL
Notes:

BCR ABL Mutation Analysis - Must only be collected in the AM on MON,TUES and WED only.

15 ml EDTA blood required.

Sample must reach Adelaide within 24-36 hrs of collection

Frequency:
Weekly
Result Turnaround Time:
3 weeks
Laboratory Use Only

  

Accessing Results

EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.

Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.

To access Auscare, see instructions.

 

Forms & Collection Guides

Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form  

Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.

Microbiology Swab Collection Guide 
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.

Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions 

 

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