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PML/RARA Molecular Genetics

Alias: Promyelocytic leukemia/retinoic acid receptor alpha Molecular Genetics

Discipline: Haematology

Test information: PML-RARA refers to an abnormal fusion gene sequence. It is a specific rearrangement of genetic material from two separate chromosomes (chromosomal translocation) and is associated with a specific type of leukemia.

Specimen Type(s)
  • Blood;
Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)
N/A
Specimen Container - Adult
  • Purple Top BD;
Specimen Container - Paediatric
  • N/A;
Analytes
  • N/A;
Part of a test profile?
No
Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory
N/A
Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport
N/A
Maximum add on time
N/A
Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation
N/A
UKAS number
N/A
UKAS accredited test?
No
Comments
N/A

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Last updated: 29-06-2023