Chimerism, Post-Transplant, Sorted Cells
CPT Code(s): | 81268; If sorted cells is performed, BMT will be billed additionally using CPT 88184; 88185 |
Specimen Required: | Patient Preparation: Collect:Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or yellow (ACD Solution A or B). OR bone marrow in lavender (EDTA). Specimen Preparation:Transport 3 mL whole blood. (Min: 3 mL) OR 1 mL bone marrow. Ship overnight. If cell sorting is required, specimens should be received within 24 hours of collection for optimal isolation of the requested cell line(s). Increase the amount of blood/bone marrow submitted based on the number of cell lines requested and for patients with low cell counts. Storage/Transport Temperature:Ambient. Stability:Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable |
New York DOH Approval Status: | This test is New York DOH approved. |
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