TCF3/PBX1 t(1;19) RT-PCR
Test Identifier Information | |
| Registration Code | MONC |
| Method | Nested RT-PCR for the detection of a t(1;19) involving the TCF3 (transcription factor 3 (E2A immunoglobulin enhancer binding factors E12/E47)) gene on chromosome 19 (p13.3) and the PBX1 (pre-B-cell leukemia homeobox 1) gene on chromosome 1(q23). |
| Diagnostic Use / Indications | The t(1;19)(q23;p13) is detected in about 5-6% of childhood ALL and in about 3% of adult ALL. It occurs almost exclusively in pre-B-ALL expressing IgM. |
| External Price | $653.46(Exclusive of GST) |
Specimen Collection | |
| Patient Specimen | Blood or Bone marrow. |
| Sample Delivery to Lab | Ambient temperature within 24 hours of collection. |
Instructions for Referral to CHLabs | |
| Aliquot Instructions | 10 mL peripheral blood in EDTA. 1-3 mL bone marrow in EDTA or RPMI (with anticoagulant). |
| Aliquot Transport to CHL | Urgent/overnight courier within 24 hours of collection. |
CHLabs Laboratory | |
| Department | Biochemistry - Molecular Oncology |
| Contact Details |
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| Contact Phone Number | 03 3786 008 / x86008 |
| Test Availability | As requested. |
| Turnaround Time | 3-7 days |
| Additional Information |
An additional charge of approximately $180.00 may be applied to samples received on weekends and public holidays for processing by on-call staff. |
| Delphic Number Test Number | 7089 |
