Test Code JAK2V JAK2 V617F Mutation Detection, Varies
Reporting Name
JAK2 V617F Mutation Detection, VUseful For
Aiding in the distinction between a reactive blood cytosis and a chronic myeloproliferative disorder using extracted DNA specimens
Specimen Type
VariesSpecimen Required
Specimen Type: Extracted DNA from blood or bone marrow
Container/Tube: 1.5- to 2-mL tube with indication of volume and concentration of the DNA
Specimen Volume: Entire specimen
Collection Instructions: Label specimen as extracted DNA from blood or bone marrow and indicate volume and concentration of the DNA.
Specimen Stability Information: Refrigerated/Ambient
Specimen Minimum Volume
50 microliter at a concentration of 20 ng/microliter
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
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Varies | Varies |
Reject Due To
Bone marrow biopsies Slides Paraffin shavings Frozen tissues and paraffin-embedded tissues Paraffin-embedded bone marrow aspirates Moderately to severely clotted |
Reject |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Performing Laboratory

Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
81270-JAK2 (Janus kinase 2) (eg, myeloproliferative disorder) gene analysis, p.Val617Phe (V617F) variant
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
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JAK2V | JAK2 V617F Mutation Detection, V | 43399-5 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
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39724 | JAK2 Result | 53761-3 |
31160 | JAK2 V617F Mutation Detection, V | 43399-5 |
Method Name
Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Report Available
2 to 5 daysForms
1. Hematopathology Patient Information (T676)
2. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Hematopathology/Cytogenetics Test Request (T726) with the specimen.