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Factor V (Leiden) Mutation Analysis with Reflex to HR2 Mutation Analysis (17904)

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction and Detection, Reflex to Fluorescent Microspheres; Oligonucleotide Ligation Assay; PCR

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano

Epic ID

Other Reference Test

Lab Test Days

Daily

Standard TAT

3-4 Days

Collection Information

Specimen Required

3-5 mL Whole Blood

Container Type

Lavender EDTA

Collection Instructions

Whole blood collected in: EDTA (royal blue-top), sodium heparin (green-top), ACD solution A or B (yellow-top), or lithium heparin (green-top) is also acceptable.

Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Room Temp-OK/Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 8 Days; Refrigerated: 8 Days; Frozen: 30 Days

Test Volume Required

5 mL Whole Blood

Minimum Test Volume

3 mL Whole Blood

Comments

Insurance authorization required prior to draw for Outpatients. Ok to send on inpatients.