Test Catalog

Test Id : PCPDS

Plasma Cell Proliferative Disorder, High Risk with Reflex Probes, Diagnostic FISH Evaluation, Bone Marrow

Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Aiding in the diagnosis of new cases of multiple myeloma or other plasma cell proliferative disorders using bone marrow specimens

 

Identifying prognostic markers based on the abnormalities found

 

This test should not be used to track the progression of disease.

Highlights

This assay detects high-risk abnormalities plus CCND1/IGH fusion observed in the bone marrow of patients with a plasma cell disorder.

Reflex Tests
Lists tests that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial tests.

Test Id Reporting Name Available Separately Always Performed
PCPDB Probe, Each Additional (PCPDS) No, (Bill Only) No

Additional Tests
Lists tests that are always performed, at an additional charge, with the initial tests.

Test Id Reporting Name Available Separately Always Performed
CSPCF PCPDS Pre-Analysis Cell Sorting, BM No Yes

Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.

This test is designed for diagnostic specimens from patients with multiple myeloma or other plasma cell proliferative disorders.

 

When this test is ordered, pre-analysis cell sorting will be performed at an additional charge.

 

The FISH panel includes testing for the following abnormalities using the FISH probes listed:

17p-, TP53/D17Z1

1q gain, TP73/1q22

14q32 rearrangement, IGH break-apart

 

Based on the results from the initial panel, reflex testing may be performed to identify the following abnormalities using the probes listed:

t(11;14)(q13;q32), CCND1/IGH fusion

t(14;16)(q32;q23), IGH/MAF fusion

t(4;14)(p16.3;q32), FGFR3/IGH fusion

t(14;20)(q32;q12), IGH/MAFB fusion

 

For follow-up samples, the following probes will be evaluated if sufficient plasma cells are identified:

If a previous diagnostic sample was uninformative for a probe set, attempts may be made to achieve results for the missing probe on a subsequent sample (if sufficient plasma cells are identified).

17p-, TP53/D17Z1

1q gain, TP73/1q22

8q24.1 rearrangement, MYC break-apart

 

Initial screening will be performed to determine if sufficient plasma cells are present within the provided specimen. If the specimen is received greater than 96 hours from collection, this test will be canceled and MFCDF / Myeloma, High Risk with Reflex Probes, Diagnostic FISH Evaluation, Fixed Cell Pellet will be added as the more appropriate test.

Method Name
A short description of the method used to perform the test

PCPDS, PCPDB: Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH)

CSPCF: Flow Cytometric Cell Selection

NY State Available
Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.

Yes

Reporting Name
Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test

Plasma Cell Prolif, High Risk, FISH

Aliases
Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching

+1q or 1q22

17p- (17p deletion) or TP53

IGH (14q32) rearrangement

Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)

Multiple Myeloma

Plasma Cell Leukemia

t(11;14) - CCND1/IGH

t(14;16) - IGH/MAF

t(14;20) - IGH/MAFB

t(4;14) - FGFR3/IGH

Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.

This test is designed for diagnostic specimens from patients with multiple myeloma or other plasma cell proliferative disorders.

 

When this test is ordered, pre-analysis cell sorting will be performed at an additional charge.

 

The FISH panel includes testing for the following abnormalities using the FISH probes listed:

17p-, TP53/D17Z1

1q gain, TP73/1q22

14q32 rearrangement, IGH break-apart

 

Based on the results from the initial panel, reflex testing may be performed to identify the following abnormalities using the probes listed:

t(11;14)(q13;q32), CCND1/IGH fusion

t(14;16)(q32;q23), IGH/MAF fusion

t(4;14)(p16.3;q32), FGFR3/IGH fusion

t(14;20)(q32;q12), IGH/MAFB fusion

 

For follow-up samples, the following probes will be evaluated if sufficient plasma cells are identified:

If a previous diagnostic sample was uninformative for a probe set, attempts may be made to achieve results for the missing probe on a subsequent sample (if sufficient plasma cells are identified).

17p-, TP53/D17Z1

1q gain, TP73/1q22

8q24.1 rearrangement, MYC break-apart

 

Initial screening will be performed to determine if sufficient plasma cells are present within the provided specimen. If the specimen is received greater than 96 hours from collection, this test will be canceled and MFCDF / Myeloma, High Risk with Reflex Probes, Diagnostic FISH Evaluation, Fixed Cell Pellet will be added as the more appropriate test.

Specimen Type
Describes the specimen type validated for testing

Bone Marrow

Ordering Guidance

For a more complete genetic evaluation, order MPCDS / mSMART, Plasma Cell Proliferative Disorder, FISH, Bone Marrow.

 

For testing paraffin-embedded tissue samples from patients with a plasma cell disorder, order PLASF / Plasma Cell Proliferative Disorder, FISH, Tissue.

 

For fixed cell pellet specimens, order MFCDF / Myeloma, High Risk, with Reflex Probes, Diagnostic FISH Evaluation, Fixed Cell Pellet.

 

If this test is ordered concurrently with either MSMRT / Mayo Algorithmic Approach for Stratification of Myeloma and Risk-Adapted Therapy Report, Bone Marrow or MSMRD / Myeloma Stratification and Risk-Adapted Therapy with Reflex to Minimal Residual Disease, Bone Marrow, PCPDS testing will be cancelled. This cancellation is necessary to avoid duplicate testing. If the patient is enrolled in a clinical study requiring specific testing, indicate study or study requirements in the order comments field and duplicate myeloma FISH testing will not be automatically cancelled.  

 

Testing will be changed to the appropriate test if this test is ordered on either of the previous specimens or if bone marrow specimens are received more than 96 hours from collection.

Shipping Instructions

1. Specimen should arrive within 96 hours of collection.

2. Advise Express Mail or equivalent if not on courier service.

Necessary Information

A reason for testing and a flow cytometry and/or a bone marrow pathology report should be submitted with each specimen. The laboratory will not reject testing if this information is not provided, but appropriate testing and interpretation may be compromised or delayed. If this information is not provided, an appropriate indication for testing may be entered by Mayo Clinic Laboratories.

ORDER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Question ID Description Answers
GC054 Reason for Referral

Specimen Required
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Yellow top (ACD)

Acceptable: Green top (heparin) or lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 4 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Invert several times to mix bone marrow

2, Send bone marrow specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.

Forms

 If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Hematopathology/Cytogenetics Test Request (T726) with the specimen.

Specimen Minimum Volume
Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the Testing Laboratory

2 mL

Reject Due To
Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected

All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.

Specimen Stability Information
Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Bone Marrow Ambient (preferred) 4 days
Refrigerated 4 days

Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful

Aiding in the diagnosis of new cases of multiple myeloma or other plasma cell proliferative disorders using bone marrow specimens

 

Identifying prognostic markers based on the abnormalities found

 

This test should not be used to track the progression of disease.

Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.

This test is designed for diagnostic specimens from patients with multiple myeloma or other plasma cell proliferative disorders.

 

When this test is ordered, pre-analysis cell sorting will be performed at an additional charge.

 

The FISH panel includes testing for the following abnormalities using the FISH probes listed:

17p-, TP53/D17Z1

1q gain, TP73/1q22

14q32 rearrangement, IGH break-apart

 

Based on the results from the initial panel, reflex testing may be performed to identify the following abnormalities using the probes listed:

t(11;14)(q13;q32), CCND1/IGH fusion

t(14;16)(q32;q23), IGH/MAF fusion

t(4;14)(p16.3;q32), FGFR3/IGH fusion

t(14;20)(q32;q12), IGH/MAFB fusion

 

For follow-up samples, the following probes will be evaluated if sufficient plasma cells are identified:

If a previous diagnostic sample was uninformative for a probe set, attempts may be made to achieve results for the missing probe on a subsequent sample (if sufficient plasma cells are identified).

17p-, TP53/D17Z1

1q gain, TP73/1q22

8q24.1 rearrangement, MYC break-apart

 

Initial screening will be performed to determine if sufficient plasma cells are present within the provided specimen. If the specimen is received greater than 96 hours from collection, this test will be canceled and MFCDF / Myeloma, High Risk with Reflex Probes, Diagnostic FISH Evaluation, Fixed Cell Pellet will be added as the more appropriate test.

Clinical Information
Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test

Multiple myeloma is a hematologic neoplasm that generally originates in the bone marrow and develops from malignant plasma cells. There are 4 main categories of plasma cell proliferative disorders: monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS), monoclonal immunoglobulin deposition diseases (amyloidosis), plasmacytoma, and multiple myeloma. MGUS, which occurs in 3% to 4% of individuals over age 50 years, represents the identification of an asymptomatic monoclonal protein, yet approximately 1% per year will progress to multiple myeloma. Amyloidosis represents a rare group of deposition disorders including primary amyloidosis vs. light chain and heavy chain disease. Plasmacytomas represent isolated collections of bone or extramedullary plasma cells with a risk for development of multiple myeloma. Generalized bone pain, anemia, limb numbness or weakness, symptoms of hypercalcemia, and recurrent infections are all symptoms that may indicate multiple myeloma.

 

As myeloma progresses, the malignant plasma cells interfere with normal blood product formation in the bone marrow resulting in anemia and leukopenia. Myeloma also causes an overstimulation of osteoclasts, causing excessive breakdown of bone tissue without the normal corresponding bone formation. These bone lesions are seen in approximately 66% of myeloma patients. In advanced disease, bone loss may reach a degree where the patient suffers fractures easily.

 

Multiple myeloma is increasingly recognized as a disease characterized by marked cytogenetic, molecular, and proliferative heterogeneity. This heterogeneity is manifested clinically by varying degrees of disease aggressiveness. Multiple myeloma patients with more aggressive disease experience suboptimal responses to some therapeutic approaches; therefore, identifying these patients is critically important for selecting appropriate treatment options.

Reference Values
Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.

An interpretive report will be provided.

Interpretation
Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results

A neoplastic clone is detected when the percent of cells with an abnormality exceeds the normal reference range for any given probe.

 

The absence of an abnormal clone does not rule out the presence of neoplastic disorder.

Cautions
Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances

This test is not approved by the US Food and Drug Administration, and it is best used as an adjunct to existing clinical and pathologic information.

Supportive Data

Clinical Reference
Recommendations for in-depth reading of a clinical nature

1. Swerdlow SH, Campo E, Harris NL, et al, eds: WHO Classification of Tumour of Haematopoietic and Lymphoid Tissues. 4th ed. IARC Press; 2017. WHO Classification of Tumours, Vol 2

2. Kumar SK, Rajkumar SV. The multiple myelomas-current concepts in cytogenetic classification and therapy. Nat Rev Clin Oncol. 2018l;15(7):409-421. doi:10.1038/s41571-018-0018-y

3. Rajkumar SV, Landgren O, Mateos MV: Smoldering multiple myeloma. Blood. 2015;125(20):3069-3075. doi:10.1182/blood-2014-09-568899

4. Muchtar E, Dispenzieri A, Kumar SK, et al. Interphase fluorescence in situ hybridization in untreated AL amyloidosis has an independent prognostic impact by abnormality type and treatment category. Leukemia. 2017;31(7);1562-1569. doi:10.1038/leu.2016.369

5. Lakshman A, Paul S, Rajkumar SV, et al. Prognostic significance of interphase FISH in monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance. Leukemia. 2018;32(8);1811-1815. doi:10.1038/s41375-018-0030-3

6. Bochtler T, Hegenbart U, Kunz C, et al. Prognostic impact of cytogenetic aberrations in AL amyloidosis patients after high-dose melphalan: a long-term follow-up study. Blood. 2016 28;128(4):594-602. doi:10.1182/blood-2015-10-676361

7. Treatment guidelines: multiple myeloma. mSMART 3.0. Accessed February 20, 2024. Available at www.msmart.org/mm-treatment-guidelines

Method Description
Describes how the test is performed and provides a method-specific reference

This test is performed using commercially available and laboratory-developed probes. Deletion or monosomy of chromosome 17 and copy number gain of 1q are detected using enumeration strategy probes. Translocations involving IGH are detected using dual-color, dual-fusion fluorescence in situ hybridization strategy probes. Rearrangement of IGH and MYC are detected using a break-apart strategy probe. For each probe set, 50 plasma cells (if possible) are scored and the result for each probe is reported.(Unpublished Mayo method)

PDF Report
Indicates whether the report includes an additional document with charts, images or other enriched information

No

Day(s) Performed
Outlines the days the test is performed. This field reflects the day that the sample must be in the testing laboratory to begin the testing process and includes any specimen preparation and processing time before the test is performed. Some tests are listed as continuously performed, which means that assays are performed multiple times during the day.

Monday through Friday

Report Available
The interval of time (receipt of sample at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to results available) taking into account standard setup days and weekends. The first day is the time that it typically takes for a result to be available. The last day is the time it might take, accounting for any necessary repeated testing.

7 to 10 days

Specimen Retention Time
Outlines the length of time after testing that a specimen is kept in the laboratory before it is discarded

4 weeks

Performing Laboratory Location
Indicates the location of the laboratory that performs the test

Rochester

Fees
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Test Classification
Provides information regarding the medical device classification for laboratory test kits and reagents. Tests may be classified as cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and used per manufacturer instructions, or as products that do not undergo full FDA review and approval, and are then labeled as an Analyte Specific Reagent (ASR) product.

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
Provides guidance in determining the appropriate Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code(s) information for each test or profile. The listed CPT codes reflect Mayo Clinic Laboratories interpretation of CPT coding requirements. It is the responsibility of each laboratory to determine correct CPT codes to use for billing.

CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.

88271 x 2, 88274, 88291-FISH Probe, Analysis, Interpretation; 1 probe set

88271 x 2, 88274-FISH Probe, Analysis; each additional probe set (if appropriate)

LOINC® Information
Provides guidance in determining the Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC) values for the order and results codes of this test. LOINC values are provided by the performing laboratory.

Test Id Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
PCPDS Plasma Cell Prolif, High Risk, FISH 98014-4
Result Id Test Result Name Result LOINC Value
Applies only to results expressed in units of measure originally reported by the performing laboratory. These values do not apply to results that are converted to other units of measure.
606080 Result Summary 62357-9
606081 Interpretation 69965-2
606082 Result Table 93356-4
606083 Result 62356-1
606084 Specimen 31208-2
606085 Source 39111-0
606086 Method 85069-3
606087 Additional Information 48767-8
606088 Disclaimer 62364-5
606089 Released By 18771-6
GC054 Reason for Referral 42349-1

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