Alternative Name
MM MRD Flow Panel, MM Minimal Residual Disease Panel
Methodology
Flow Cytometry
Test Description
Markers include VS38c, CD19, CD20, CD27, CD45, CD56, CD81, CD117, CD138, CD269(BCMA), cKappa, and cLambda(12 markers).
Clinical Significance
The Myeloma MRD Panel by Flow Cytometry evaluates for the presence of minimal residual disease (MRD) in patients with previously diagnosed and treated multiple myeloma. The limit of detection is 0.01%.
Specimen Requirements
- Bone marrow aspirate: 3-4 mL EDTA preferred. Sodium heparin tube is acceptable. Lithium heparin or ACD (pale yellow/no gel separator) is not acceptable. Please provide recent CBC report.
- NY Clients: Please provide Date and Time of Collection.
Storage & Transportation
Specimens should be received at NeoGenomics within 72 hours from collection to assure sample integrity and acceptable cell viability. Note: New York State samples must be received within 48 hours from collection per NYS requirements. Ship same day as drawn whenever possible. Refrigerate specimen. Do not freeze. Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen.
CPT Code(s)*
88184x1, 88185x11. Add 88188x1 for global
Turnaround Time
24-48 hours
Level of Service
Global
New York Approved
Yes