Test Code JAKXB JAK2 Exon 12 and Other Non-V617F Mutation Detection, Blood
Performing Laboratory

Specimen Type
Whole bloodOrdering Guidance
In all cases being evaluated for JAK2 mutation status, the initial test that should be ordered is JAK2B / JAK2 V617F Mutation Detection, Blood, a sensitive assay for detection of the mutation. However, if no JAK2 V617F mutation is found, further evaluation of JAK2 may be clinically indicated.
Shipping Instructions
Specimen must arrive within 5 days (120 hours) of collection. Collect and package specimen as close to shipping time as possible.
Necessary Information
Date of collection is required.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD)
Specimen Volume: 10 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Invert several times to mix blood.
2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Specimen Minimum Volume
8 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Whole blood | Refrigerated (preferred) | 5 days | PURPLE OR PINK TOP/EDTA |
Ambient | 5 days | PURPLE OR PINK TOP/EDTA |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
0027U-JAK2 (Janus kinase 2) (eg, myeloproliferative disorder), exon 12 sequence and exon 13 sequence, if performed