Methodology
Long-range Multiplex PCR
Specimen Type
Blood
Performing Lab
Quest forwards to Athena
Epic ID
Other Genetic Test
Standard TAT
14 to 28 days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Adult=8 mL, Pediatric (0-3 years)=2 mL in Lavender EDTA tube
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Room Temp
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=10 days, Refrigerated=10 days, Frozen=Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
Adult=8 mL, Pediatric (0-3 years)=2 mL
Minimum Test Volume
Adult=6 mL, Pediatric (0-3 years)=1 mL
Processing Instructions
Quest TSO form required
Comments
Ok to send on Inpatients. Outpatients require insurance authorization. Tests for Monogenic Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-remediable Aldosteronism.
CPT Codes
81479
Revised
5/22/25