Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Diagnostic Genetics
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
LMH
Test Code (Numeric Code)
4723
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
Keep samples at room temperature and forward them to Molecular Haematology section as soon as possible. Do not spin.
Associated Tests
Synonyms
MYD88
Turnaround Time
4 weeks
Specimen Type
- Bone Marrow
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- CPD (Yellow Top Tube)
Acceptable
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
3
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- CPD (Yellow Top Tube)
Acceptable
- EDTA (Lavender Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
3
Additional Specimen Information
Bone marrow aspirate is the preferred specimen type for this assay. Peripheral blood should only be considered if bone marrow is unobtainable and there are known to be sufficient lymphoplasmocytic cells in circulation for analysis.
Last updated: 02/04/2026