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Alternative Names:

NPM1 Gene Mutation

Laboratory:

Human Molecular

Test Code:

MH FLT3/NPM1 FA

Specimen Types:

Blood
Bone Marrow

Container Types:

EDTA 3 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Liase with Haematology Registrar on 63075 before collection.

Can be stored at 4'C for up to 3 days.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Fortnightly

Additional Notes:

PLEASE NOTE - this is a screening test for use at diagnosis.

The NPM1 screening test is multiplexed with FLT3 FA (fragment analysis) testing.

This is not the correct test for NPM1-MRD (minimal residual disease).