Pathology Handbook

Recent changes for Nucleophosmin (NPM1) Gene Mutation (Sendaway Test)
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
9th August 2024	External Transport Instructions	Send at ambient temperature	Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

Alternative Names:

NPM1 Gene Mutation

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

ALR

Specimen Types:

Blood
Bone Marrow

Container Types:

EDTA 3 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Requires approval from laboratory haematology registrar or consultant.

Can be stored at 4'C for up to 3 days.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Fortnightly