Casandra
Casandra Test Code NG14879Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
BCL6 (3q27) FISH
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
BCL6 rearrangements have been shown to aid in determining clinical outcome of B-cell lymphomas. Available separately or as part of the NHL FISH Panel.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Chromosomal / Cytogenetics (FISH)
Biomarkers
This test uses BCL6 (3q27) probes to identify rearrangements linked to diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), follicular lymphoma, and other B-cell lymphomas.
BCL6
Other
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Bone Marrow
Volume
1-2 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
sodium heparin tube. EDTA tube is acceptable.
Storage Instructions
Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen. For fresh samples: refrigerate before shipping and ship same day as drawn whenever possible. Do not freeze.