IDH1/IDH2 Mutation Analysis by PCR

  • Molecular
Detection of mutations at IDH1 codons R132X and R100Q and at IDH2 codons R140X and R172X is performed using real-time PCR. IDH1 and IDH2 are analyzed concurrently. For solid tumors, tumor enrichment is performed before extraction.
Turnaround time
5 Days

Level of Service

  • Global
New York Approved: Yes

Specimen Requirements

Paraffin Block: 1 Block sent with a cold pack. No zinc or mercury fixatives. H&E: 1 unstained slide cut at 4-5 microns required. Bone Marrow Aspirate: 2mL to 3mL in Sodium Heparin. EDTA tube acceptable. Peripheral Blood: 5mL to 6mL in Sodium Heparin Tube. EDTA Tube Acceptable. Cut Slides: 5 to 10 unstained slides cut at 4-5 microns. Positively charged slides in 10% NBF. No zinc or mercury fixatives.

Storage and Transportation

Please select extract & hold if specimen hold service is desired. NYS clients please provide date and time of Collection.

CPT Code(s)*

81120, 81121

*The CPT codes provided with our test descriptions are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. Correct CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed.

Last Updated: January 16, 2025

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