BCR/ABL-p210 PCR, CML - RNA Analysis

Tube Type

Test ID		LAB5392
EPIC Order		BCR/ABL P210 Assay
CPT Codes		81206, G0452
Group/Individual Test		Individual
Laboratory		Molecular Genetics Laboratory
Tube Station		30
Specimen	Routine:	Performed on RNA extracted from blood or bone marrow. Two (2) tubes of blood (3mL/each tube) or bone marrow (1mL) must be collected in ACD-A tubes or Lavender EDTA tubes. Do not use heparin anti-coagulant. See Comments section for more specimen information. Extracted RNA (frozen -80°C) is accepted from a CLIA approved laboratory.
Availability	Routine:	Weekly; no Weekends/Holidays
Turnaround Time		7 days
Reference Range		No detectable bcr/abl p210 transcripts

Comments	Please call Lab 984-974-1825 with questions. Laboratory hours are 6:00am - 5:00pm, Monday-Friday. Prompt delivery of the sample is essential due to the instability of RNA. For Friday collections specimens must be received in the laboratory by 4:00pm. It is critical, that samples are received within 72 hours of collection and preferably sooner. Additional information: BCR-ABL1 for Leukemia Molecular Genetics Test Request form Directions for collecting and mailing specimens for Molecular Genetics Testing

Reviewed by JLCARR on November 20, 2025

UNC Hospitals
McLendon Clinical Laboratories
101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514