Methodology
Next Generation Sequencing
Synonyms
CF;Two Exon; Cystic Fibrosis Analysis
Specimen Type
Whole Blood or Bone Marrow
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
As Needed
Standard TAT
6 Weejs
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3-5 mL Whole Blood or Bone Marrow
Container Type
EDTA (Lavender-Top) Tube
Collection Instructions
3-5 mL Whole blood or Bone Marrow collected in an ACD (yellow-top) or sodium heparin (green-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Room Temp-OK/Refrigerate-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 14 Days (8 Days for Bone Marrow); Refrigerated: 14 Days (8 Days for Bone Marrow); Frozen: Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
5 mL Whole Blood or Bone Marrow
Minimum Test Volume
3 mL Whole Blood or Bone Marrow
Processing Instructions
Indicate source in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
Comments
Insurance authorization is required prior to collection for Outpatients. Ok to send on Inpatients.
CPT Codes
81221
Revised
9/24/25
Initials
SA