Casandra
Casandra Test Code NG65475Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
BCL6/MYC t(3;8) FISH
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
BCL6/MYC translocation is observed recurrently in high-grade B-cell lymphoma, reported in the literature as pseudo double-hit or non-Ig/MYC translocation, which has a better prognosis than double hit/triple hit lymphomas with Ig/MYC translocations.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Chromosomal / Cytogenetics (FISH)
Biomarkers
BCL6/MYC t(3;8)
OtherOther
Other • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
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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
Refrigerate specimen. Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen.