Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Confirm a diagnosis of hairy cell leukemia (HCL) and monitor tumor burden.
MnemonicUnique test identifier.
BRAF HCL
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
Polymerase Chain Reaction
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
DNA isolation: Sun-Sat Testing: Varies
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
4-10 days
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Lavender (EDTA) or bone marrow (EDTA). Also acceptable: DNA extracted by CLIA certified lab.
Specimen Preparation
Whole Blood: Do not freeze. Transport 5 mL whole blood. (Min: 1 mL) Bone Marrow: Transport 3 mL bone marrow. (Min: 1 mL) Extracted DNA: Transport 40 uL DNA with at least 50 ng/uL concentration. (Min: 40 uL) Transport DNA in a tissue transport kit (ARUP Supply #47808) available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions
Plasma, serum, FFPE tissue blocks/slides, or frozen tissue, DNA extracted by a non-CLIA lab. Specimens collected in anticoagulants other than EDTA or sodium heparin. Clotted or grossly hemolyzed specimens.
Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
BRAF V600E
Hairy cell leukemia BRAF testing
Hairy cell leukemia quant PCR
BRAF V600E Mutation Detection in Hairy Cell Leukemia by Real-Time PCR, Quantitative
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