Test Name

Detection of E2A-CIZ; t(12;19) (p13;p13)

Gene Name

• E2A-CIZ fusion gene

Division

Haematopathology- Molecular Haematology

Method

RT PCR (Real-time polymerase chain reaction) (end point)

Disease/Condition

ALL (Acute lymphocytic leukemia)

Clinical Significance

E2A-CIZ fusion gene is seen in acute lymphocytic leukemia with t(12;19) (p13;p13).

Specimen Type

Peripheral Blood, Bone Marrow Aspirate

Minimum Specimen Requirements

2 mL

Storage/Transportation

Room Temperature (on ice if shipping takes more than 48 hrs).

Special Requirements

Sample to be collected in EDTA or Sodium citrate (preservative) Please call Laboratory prior to shipping your samples

Shipping and Contact Information

The Hospital for Sick Children
Rapid Response Laboratory
170 Elizabeth Street, Room 3642
Toronto, ON
M5G 2G3
Canada
Phone: 416-813-7200
Phone: 1-855-381-3212

Requisitions

Molecular Haematopathology