Detecting RUNX/RUNX1 or t(8;21), a recurring abnormality in AML.
This test can be ordered individually or as part of the AML FISH Panel. See the panel test for more details
Dk green Sodium heparin (Na hep), no gel
Bone marrow
Collect bone marrow aspirate in a sterile Sodium heparin (Na hep) syringe and transfer to a sterile vial/tube
- or -
Bone marrow:
Sterile vial/tube
Dk green Sodium heparin (Na hep), no gel
EDTA whole blood:
Lavender (EDTA), 4mL
Ambient
Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)
Normal or Abnormal with interpretation
t(8;21) RUNX/RUNX1 rearrangements are classified as favorable cytogenetics prognostic indicators in AML.