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Order Code: 4250
Erythroid Chimerism
Test Information
Monitor erythroid lineage chimerism in patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) following allogeneic bone marrow transplantation. Hemoglobin genotyping of donor and recipient can be done by Test#4624 Hemoglobin SC Mutation Analysis. Indicate on requisition Donor and Patient genotype. USA test status: This is a laboratory developed test (LDT).
Test Type
Genetic Test
Sample Notes
EDTA Bone Marrow (lavender top) or EDTA Whole Blood (lavender top)
Requested Volume
3-5 ml EDTA Bone Marrow (lavender top) or 10 ml EDTA Whole Blood (lavender top)
Minimum / Pediatric Volume
1 ml
Additional Sample Information
Sample must be received within 48 hours of collection. Indicate on specimen tube and requisition whether sample is whole blood or bone marrow.
Shipping Information
Room Temperature
CPT Codes
- 81479
Method
Digital Droplet PCR
Turnaround Time
3-6 days
New York State Approval
Yes
DEX Z-Code™
Yes, visit app.dexzcodes.com