Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction/Fluorescence Monitoring
Synonyms
2C19; antidepressants; clopidogrel (Plavix); CYP2C19; Cytochrome P450 2C19 Genotype; omeprazole; protein pump inhibitors (PPls); voriconazole
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
ARUP
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
5-10 Days
Standard TAT
Varies
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-3 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Instructions
Whole blood collected in an ACD Solution A/B (yellow-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 72 Hours; Refrigerated: 1 Week (Preferred); Frozen: 1 Month
Rejection Criteria
Plasma or serum; Heparinized specimens
Test Volume Required
3 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Complete an ARUP requisition and submit with specimen refrigerated. Call Apollo Courier Service for pick up Monday-Friday.
Comments
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for Outpatients. Ok to send on Inpatients.
CPT Codes
81225
Revised
07-07-19
Initials
SL