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HelpTest Code MRDMR Multiple Myeloma Minimal Residual Disease by Flow Cytometry, Bone Marrow
Specimen Required
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see MSMRD / Myeloma Stratification and Risk-Adapted Therapy with Reflex to Minimal Residual Disease, Bone Marrow
Specimen Type: Redirected bone marrow
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Yellow top (ACD solution A or B)
Acceptable: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Specimen Type
Bone MarrowSpecimen Minimum Volume
2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bone Marrow | Ambient (preferred) | 72 hours | |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.Reference Values
Only orderable as a reflex. For more information see MSMRD / Myeloma Stratification and Risk-Adapted Therapy with Reflex to Minimal Residual Disease, Bone Marrow
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Preanalytical processing: Monday through Saturday
Results reported: Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
88184-Flow Cytometry; first cell surface, cytoplasmic or nuclear marker
88185 x 9-Flow Cytometry; additional cell surface, cytoplasmic or nuclear marker
88188-Flow Cytometry Interpretation, 9 to 15 Markers