Laboratory Medicine Program

Mastocytosis KIT
(BM or involved tissue preferred)

Clinical Decription:
Mutations affecting the D816 residue of the KIT gene are found in mastocytosis. PCR with primers targeting the common p.D816V mutation is performed to diagnose mastocytosis and determine management options.

Method: PCR

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Reference ranges for this test are not available online. However, they are included in all test results. For more information, please call us.

Specimen Type: Bone Marrow aspirate
Volume: 1-2 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: room temperature or 4C

Special Instructions: Test will be billed to hospital, laboratory, physician or medical group. See requisitions for the full list of available testing and special instructions.

Testing Schedule(s): Please call

Turnaround Time: None

For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227